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- June 12, 2026
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The US would need at least 1,200 troops to take Kharg Island, experts say
Experts estimate that the US would require a minimum of 1,200 troops to successfully capture Kharg Island, a strategic location for Iran’s oil exports. Positioned just off the Iranian coast, Kharg Island is pivotal as it handles approximately 90% of the country’s crude oil shipments.
