Iran Maintains Kharg Island Crude Loadings Despite US/Israel Air Strikes

Iran continued loading crude oil onto tankers at its key Kharg Island oil terminal on Monday, two days after the United States and Israel launched air attacks against the Persian Gulf country. The activity at the major export hub suggests a degree of operational resilience or defiance in the immediate aftermath of the military strikes. However, it remains unclear whether these loading operations can be sustained as the conflict intensifies. The situation highlights the critical role of Iran's oil infrastructure and the potential for energy market disruptions stemming from regional hostilities.