Trump signals potential seizure of Iran's Kharg Island oil hub amid escalating Middle East conflict. The president told the Financial Times he could "take the oil in Iran," comparing the strategy to recent U.S. operations in Venezuela. The Trump administration is reportedly weighing ground forces deployment to Kharg Island, though military sources warn such an operation would be extremely risky given Iran's missile and drone capabilities. The geopolitical tensions are already impacting energy markets significantly. Brent crude futures surged over 3.2% to $116.12 per barrel during early Asian trading, while West Texas Intermediate gained 3.4% to $102.96 per barrel, with Brent heading for a record monthly jump.
