The US is considering deploying forces to Iran's Kharg Island, which could be a risky move due to the strategic location and potential for conflict. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggests that ground operations may not be necessary, but President Donald Trump has expressed a desire to seize the island, which is Iran's main oil export point.

More American forces are reaching the Middle East. Before their arrival, the U.S. military had already built up the largest American force in the region in more than 20 years. While State Secretary Marco Rubio said US objectives could be met without ground operations, President Donald Trump later said he would like to seize Kharg Island, Iran's main oil export point. FRANCE 24's Andrew Hilliar looks at how likely this would be.