Overview
- President Trump said large air raids struck only military targets on Kharg Island and warned Iran he may target oil facilities if shipping is obstructed.
- The president announced the U.S. Navy will begin escorting tankers through the Strait of Hormuz very soon to ensure safe passage.
- The Pentagon is redeploying about 5,000 Marines and additional warships to the region, including the USS Tripoli and its embarked force, according to U.S. officials.
- Treasury authorized a time‑limited waiver allowing sale and delivery of Russian oil already loaded at sea until April 11 to ease price pressures, drawing sharp criticism from EU leaders.
- Iran’s military warned of reprisals against regional energy infrastructure if its oil sites are attacked, as at least 16 commercial vessels have been hit since the conflict began and oil has topped $100 a barrel.