Trump says US will hit Iran 'very hard,' take control of energy infrastructure

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that the United States will hit Iran 'very hard tonight' and will soon seize control of the country's oil and gas infrastructure and markets, including Kharg Island. In a post dated June 11 from Washington, Trump named Kharg Island and 'other oil infrastructure points' as targets and pledged to 'assume total control of their Oil and Gas Markets,' comparing the plan to U.S. actions in Venezuela. Reuters reporter Katharine Jackson cited the remarks, noting no official policy confirmation and framing the statements as part of a hardline stance. The post highlights public rhetoric rather than a disclosed policy timeline, leaving questions about feasibility and international reaction. The timing and execution of any such move remain unclear.