Kurds have set their sights on an Iranian island, and a former US major general said that once it is captured, China may be forced to buy American oil!

Recently, Keith Kellogg, a former US special envoy to Ukraine and retired major general, put forward an astonishing view. He admitted that the Kurdish forces in Iraq are currently planning a "very difficult" major operation - to conduct operations inside Iran. And one place has been repeatedly mentioned: Kharg Island. Kellogg bluntly stated: "I hope they can take over Kharg Island."

Why would a small island make a former US Army general so concerned? Because it is located in the northern part of the Persian Gulf, about 29 kilometers from the Iranian mainland coast. It is the lifeline of Iran's oil exports. The industry often refers to it as an oil island, because most of Iran's crude oil exports depend on the terminal facilities here. According to multiple data estimates, about 80% to 90% of Iran's oil exports pass through Kharg Island for shipment. In short, whoever controls Kharg Island controls the main artery of Iran's economy.

General Kellogg's logic is clear: if the Kurdish forces really have the ability to capture Kharg Island, it would mean directly cutting off Iran's main source of income. Kellogg even said outright: "Currently, 10% of China's overall oil imports come from Iran, and if we add another 5% from Venezuela, this would reduce by 15%."

So you see, Dao Ge's previous judgment was correct. The US's strike against Iran actually involves a big plan behind the scenes. The US is very eager for China to purchase American oil and natural gas. Especially today, with huge pressure on US debt, this part of energy revenue is crucial for paying interest on the debt.

However, crossing the border, going deep into Iran's territory nearly 30 kilometers, attacking a heavily guarded and well-defended island, requires extremely high amphibious combat capabilities, air support, and logistical support. These are precisely what the Kurdish forces lack. Even with US naval and air support, fighting on the ground against Iranian troops, the Kurds have no confidence at all.

Original article: toutiao.com/article/1858804020616268/

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