Claims circulating online that “Trump troops” or United States Marine Corps forces have launched a direct ground attack on Iran’s Kharg Island are not supported by verified reporting. However, there has been a confirmed major U.S. military strike on the island earlier this month.

What is confirmed
On March 13, U.S. forces carried out a large-scale airstrike on Kharg Island, a critical hub handling the majority of Iran’s oil exports.

More than 90 military targets were hit, including missile storage, naval facilities, and air defenses
The operation was conducted primarily by air power, not ground troops
Oil infrastructure on the island was deliberately not destroyed
What is NOT confirmed
No credible evidence of a U.S. Marine landing or ground assault on the island
No confirmation of “troops in action” on Kharg Island
No verified reports from Reuters, BBC, AP, or official Pentagon statements
While thousands of U.S. troops—including Marines—have been deployed to the region, this appears to be:

A deterrence measure
Preparation for potential scenarios
Not proof of an ongoing ground invasion
Why Kharg Island matters
Kharg Island is one of the most strategic locations in the conflict:

Handles up to 90% of Iran’s oil exports
Located near the Strait of Hormuz
Seen as a potential leverage point in the war