The administration of US President Donald Trump is reviewing the possibility of deploying thousands of troops in Iran and the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, with the aim of strengthening the existing military presence.
According to foreign media reports, such a deployment would give the American president additional options to expand military operations in the region. The New York Post writes that the scenarios are still under discussion.
Among the plans being considered is the deployment of ground forces on Kharg Island and along the coastal areas of Iran, which are considered vital for the country’s oil exports, according to Abcnews.al.
These measures aim to secure maritime transport in the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global energy trade and a sensitive point for geopolitical tensions in the region.
