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U.S. Strikes Iran's Oil Hub; Tensions Escalate

4/7/2026

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  • On April 7, 2026, the United States conducted targeted strikes on Kharg Island, a hub controlling 90% of Iranian crude exports.
  • Iran warned restraint is over if the United States crosses red lines.
  • Iran's Revolutionary Guards threatened to target U.S. infrastructure beyond the region.
  • U.S. President Donald Trump urged a deal, saying Iran could be taken out in one night if Hormuz is not reopened by the deadline.