"Taking Kharg means destroying it, and Iran will respond with major escalation. Capturing Iranian territory and damaging its oil export facilities will mark the beginning of a war of resistance in Iran."
"I strongly doubt 8,000 troops would be enough to take, hold and secure the territory necessary to truly secure the Strait of Hormuz. They'd be extremely vulnerable to drone and terrorist attacks, the longer they stay."
"The plan is far more difficult than the administration seems to grasp, citing the small, compressed geography of Kharg."
Military experts warn that attempting to seize Kharg Island would be disastrous due to its importance in Iran's oil exports. Donald Trump's previous assertions about controlling the island could backfire, with analysts cautioning against such strategies. A former military official described the mission as a disaster waiting to happen. The potential for major escalation exists if Iranian territory is captured. Concerns also arise regarding the security of the Strait of Hormuz, with insufficient troop numbers to ensure safety against drone and terrorist threats.
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