Trump Says US Could Wind Down Iran War in 2-3 Weeks; Global Markets Watch Strait of Hormuz Closely

Behind Trump’s confidence lies a region still on edge, an oil market still nervous, and a world still watching the Strait of Hormuz — the narrow but enormously important sea route that carries a massive share of global energy supplies.

Trump Signals Possible Seizure of Iran’s Kharg Island Amid Escalating Conflict

The seizure of the island, however, would be a dangerous move for the U.S. military because of Iranian drones, missiles, and naval mines. US soldiers may be exposed and isolated.