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US-Iran war live updates: Trump says US bombed Iran’s Kharg Island; 2500 Marines, US warship sent to Middle East; Fresh airstrikes hit Beirut
**Breaking News: US-Iran Tensions Escalate as Trump Announces Bombing of Kharg Island**
The US-Iran conflict has taken a significant turn, with US President Donald Trump revealing that the American military has launched a bombing raid on Kharg Island, a strategic location in the Persian Gulf. The island is considered critical to Iran's economy, as it handles a significant majority of the country's oil exports.
In a statement, President Trump claimed that the US Central Command had carried out a "most powerful bombing raid" in the history of the Middle East, successfully targeting all military installations on the island. However, in a surprising move, the oil infrastructure at Kharg Island was spared.
Kharg Island has been a major target for the US, which has been seeking to weaken Iran's military capabilities and disrupt its economy. The island's oil terminal is responsible for processing a significant portion of Iran's crude oil exports, making it a vital component of the country's economy.
President Trump's decision to spare the oil infrastructure has sparked widespread speculation, with many analysts suggesting that it may be a strategic move to avoid provoking a wider conflict. The US has long been concerned about the safety of oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz, and Trump has hinted that he may reconsider his decision to spare the oil infrastructure if Iran or any other entity interferes with the free passage of ships through the Strait.
The move comes as the US continues to build up its military presence in the region, with 2,500 Marines and a US warship sent to the Middle East. The situation remains volatile, with tensions between the US and Iran continuing to escalate.
In related news, fresh airstrikes have hit Beirut, Lebanon, adding to the growing chaos in the region. The conflict has the potential to destabilize the entire Middle East, and the international community is closely watching the situation unfold.
As the situation continues to develop, one thing is clear: the US-Iran conflict has reached a critical juncture, and the world will be watching to see how it plays out.