President Trump has confirmed he is considering a ground invasion of Iranian oil hub, Kharg Island

US President Donald Trump has confirmed he is considering a ground invasion of Iranian oil hub, Kharg Island, despite ongoing negotiation talks between the countries.

More than 2,500 US marines began arriving in the region over the last week of March, with thousands more on their way.

So why is the island so important?

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