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Iran is reportedly “laying traps” on Kharg Island, the hub of its economy, in anticipation of a US invasion. The below comes from CNN.
“Here is what sources tell CNN tonight. They say Iran is actively preparing for an invasion of Kharg Island. It’s an island that Trump has long talked about invading,” said host Erin Burnett.
“Now the traps that we understand are being put there, anti-personnel and anti-armour mines, we understand, being placed around the island. And Tehran also, apparently, quickly moving a large number of actual troops and air defences to this island.
“All of these things could clearly result in a large number of US casualties, according to US military experts, and some in Trump’s inner circles are sounding the alarm.”
This comment, on social media, is from an Iranian military adviser.
“When they haven’t gotten any results from their air force, which is their strong point; what do they expect from ground action? Do American soldiers want to die for Israel? We’re waiting,” said Mohsen Rezaie, a former commander in the Revolutionary Guard.