White House says US could take out Iranian oil island

The White House stated the United States has the capability to 'take out' Iran's Kharg Island at any time. Kharg Island is a major Iranian oil export terminal in the Persian Gulf.

President Donald Trump has reportedly discussed or planned a risky military operation to seize the island with troops. The stated goal of such an operation would be to pressure Iran's government to secure the Strait of Hormuz.