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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Alex Croft

Trump says US carried out one of ‘most powerful bombing raids in history’ on Iran

  • President Donald Trump claimed the U.S. military executed “one of the most powerful bombing raids in Middle East history.”
  • He stated that all military targets on Iran's Kharg Island were "totally obliterated" in the alleged operation.
  • Trump indicated he chose not to destroy the island's oil infrastructure for "decency" but would reconsider if the Strait of Hormuz's free passage was threatened.
  • The Strait of Hormuz is currently under a blockade by Tehran, which has significantly impacted global oil prices.
  • Trump asserted that Iran has no capacity to defend against any U.S. attack.

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