U.S. President Donald Trump says his preference is to take over Kharg Island, Iran’s oil infrastructure hub. Speaking in an interview with Fox News, Trump also adds that he is unsure whether the United States has the appetite for a major escalation in the war. The remarks are reported as part of ongoing U.S. discussions with relevant parties. One outlet also notes that analysts warn potential risks to U.S. forces if such a move were pursued. Across the reports, the central point is Trump’s stated desire to target Kharg Island, contrasted with uncertainty about political and public willingness for broader confrontation. The coverage does not provide additional confirmed details about any specific operational plans, timing, or authorization. It also does not indicate that the U.S. has taken steps beyond discussions related to the matter. The reports therefore present Trump’s comment as a preference and a strategic inclination, tempered by concerns about escalation and the potential impact on American personnel.