Kharg of the US brigade: Pentagon lines up troops to capture Iranian island that accounts for 90 per cent of its oil exports

. The TOI correspondent from Washington: What began as a “little excursion” into Iran – as described by President Trump –- is now edging toward a full-scale invasion of the country, with U.S officials signaling the start of a broader military campaign, including the potential seizure of Kharg Island—Tehran’s most critical oil export hub. In carefully calibrated leaks over the weekend, U.S. officials revealed preparations for a “final blow” against Iran, including movement of thousands of American troops into the region. While the administration has stopped short of confirming a full-scale invasion, the scale and tempo of troop movements suggest…