What specific Iranian infrastructure did Trump threaten to seize, and how did he compare the planned action to a prior U.S. intervention?

Trump specifically threatened to take control of Kharg Island and 'other oil infrastructure points' in Iran, stating the U.S. would 'assume total control of their Oil and Gas Markets, much like we have with Venezuela.'

What event triggered the collapse of the ceasefire and renewed U.S.–Iran military exchanges, according to the news body?

The two-month ceasefire collapsed over the weekend when Iran downed a U.S. military helicopter, sparking an exchange of retaliatory strikes.

Trump Vows More Attacks on Iran, Says US Will Take Kharg Island

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