President Donald Trump has threatened to deploy ground troops to seize Iran's Kharg Island, a critical hub that handles about 90 percent of the country's oil exports. Military and energy experts warn that such a move would put American forces at significant risk and could escalate the conflict without delivering a निर्णive outcome. The island's close proximity to the Iranian mainland would leave troops vulnerable to missiles, drones and artillery fire.

Analysts say that even if the United States captured the island, Iran and its regional allies could retaliate by mining the Strait of Hormuz or launching attacks across the region, potentially driving up global energy prices and deepening economic instability. They argue that Tehran is unlikely to capitulate over a single asset, no matter how economically vital, and could continue limited oil exports through other means.

Some experts suggest a naval blockade targeting ships carrying Iranian oil would be a safer and more effective strategy than a ground invasion or destroying infrastructure. They contend that occupying or crippling Kharg Island might provide leverage in negotiations, but would be difficult to sustain and could undermine broader political goals in the region.