Trump mulls seizing Iranian island even as diplomatic talks appear to be moving ahead

Associated Press (AP) ConflictNews ReportEN 8 min read 100% complete by By JON GAMBRELL and DAVID RISINGMarch 30, 2026 at 09:23 AM

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The article reports that despite apparent progress in diplomatic talks, former President Trump is considering seizing Iran's Kharg Island oil terminal. These considerations occur as Pakistan prepares to host talks between involved parties, following a meeting of diplomats from Turkey, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia in Islamabad. Meanwhile, in Lebanon, displaced individuals are reacting to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's announcement of expanding Israel's invasion of the south. Iran's Revolutionary Guard has also warned that Israeli and U.S. universities in the region could become targets if Iranian universities are not guaranteed safety. The broader context involves ongoing conflict and displacement in the Middle East.

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Iran's Revolutionary Guard warned Israeli and US universities could be targets.

factual — Iran's Revolutionary Guard100% confidence

Pakistan will host talks between Iran and other parties.

quote — Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar100% confidence

People displaced by fighting in Lebanon condemned Netanyahu's announcement of widening Israel's invasion.

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Trump mulls seizing Iran’s Kharg Island oil terminal.

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Saudi Arabia ×250% Turkey ×250% Egypt ×250% Islamabad ×250% Hezbollah 60% Pakistan ×360% Ishaq Dar ×260% Lebanon ×260% Israel ×370% Kharg Island 70% Donald Trump 80% Iran ×390%

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iran 90% kharg island 80% israel 70% seizing 70% diplomatic talks 70% middle east 60% hezbollah 60% revolutionary guard 50% pakistan 50% oil terminal 40%