**Navigating Iran's Strategic Heart: Mapping Kharg Island in 2026**
Picture this: a rock outcrop, barely more than a speck in the Persian Gulf, yet pulsating with geopolitical energy. That’s Kharg Island, Iran’s strategic lynchpin, a mere 25 kilometers off the Iranian coast, that is the hub of Iran's oil exports. This coral outcrop, around a third of the size of Manhattan, is more than just an Iranian military stronghold; it’s the linchpin of Iran’s economy and security, handling 90% of the country’s crude oil exports. **Locating Kharg Island: A Geopolitical Pivot** Let’s break down the basics: Kharg Island sits about 20 miles off Iran’s...
