
This statement comes amid escalating tensions after President Donald Trump announced that US forces targeted military facilities on Kharg Island, Iran’s main oil hub, while leaving its oil infrastructure intact.
Washington/Tehran: (Urdu Point / Urdu Point / Pakistan Point News – March 14)y(2026) The Iranian army warned on Saturday against any attacks on it oil and energy infrastructure that would lead to retaliatory strikes against the energy assets of companies working with US In the region.
This statement comes amid escalating tensions after President Donald Trump announced that US forces targeted military facilities in Iran oil centerKharg Island during its departure oil Infrastructure is sound.
Trump had He threatened To attack the Iranians oil Facilities if attacks continue that ground most ships passage Through the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial channel through which nearly a fifth of the world’s countries pass oil passes. Kharg Island serves as an export terminal for approximately 90% of Iran’s crude oil shipments. In a Social media mail, Trump He said that the US military “completely destroyed every military target” in Kharg, but he left oil The infrastructure is safe.
“However, it should IranOr anyone else interferes with the free and safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz, I will immediately reconsider this decision.” Trump He warned, a statement that added volatility to the global oil Markets It is already facing what the International Energy Agency has described as the largest supply disruption in history.
Trump added that Iran Lacking the ability to defend against American attacks, it urges its military to lay down arms to preserve what remains of the country.
oil Prices It fluctuated sharply amid Trump’s changing statements about the potential duration of the conflict, which prompted… Iran to attacks Ships in the strait. while Trump He had previously indicated that the war would last only weeks, but he refrained from publicly announcing its end date“It will be as long as necessary,” he said.
Despite the tensions… Iran It continued to export crude while other Gulf producers halted shipments due to fears of attacks. Satellite images reviewed by TankerTrackers.com showed several very large crude oil tankers being loaded at Kharg Island. since February 28, Iran Between 1.1 and 1.5 were exported million barrels per day.
the market Analysts are closely monitoring any damage to pipelines, terminals and storage tanks at Kharg, noting that even minor disruptions could lead to a reduction in global supplies.
Bob McNally, president of Rapidan Energy Group, said Trump’s recent comments could heighten concerns about prolonged power outages.
some industry Experts expressed doubt that it came out oil The facilities will remain intact. Josh young man“Bombing Kharg Island but not Kharg Island,” said Bison Interests’ chief investment officer oil The infrastructure is like going to McDonald’s and getting a hamburger without meat. What’s the point?
In his first public remarks, Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei pledged to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed and urged neighboring countries to close US bases on their soil or face possible attacks. In response, Trump He said the US Navy would “soon” begin escorting tankers through the strait.
European powers, incl Francewas consulted with Asian And the Gulf states to develop a plan for warships to accompany the tankers. The rise in gasoline and diesel prices globally prompted the United States to issue a 30-day license allowing countries to purchase sanctioned products. Russian oil Already at sea – a welcome move Moscow But it was criticized by Kyiv and its Western allies.
Nearly two weeks into the conflict, nearly 2,000 people have been killed, most of them in Syria IranWith the increase in infections in Lebanon And the Gulf. Millions They have been displaced from Their homes. Israel Air strikes were launched on Beirut In the suburbs, leaflets were dropped warning of severe destruction Gaza.
American forces also suffered losses. A refueling plane crashed in the western region Iraqkilling everyone Six crew members. Iran More missiles were fired Drone Attacks on Israelwith drones reported in Kuwait, Iraq, United Arab Emirates, Bahrainand Oman.
The Israeli army responded with air strikes across the area TehranIt targeted more than 200 sites, including missile launch pads, air defense systems and weapons production sites. Meanwhile, the United States is deploying additional forces to the region, including the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli And 2,500 Marines to reinforce its presence amid the escalating hostilities.