The post outlines a possible US Navy strategy to take control of Khark Island. The first step would involve deploying several Arleigh Burke-class destroyers equipped with Aegis systems near the island to establish a layered defensive presence and signal an amphibious intent.
Once the missile advantage is secured, the main force would consist of the Abraham Lincoln and Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carriers, accompanied by the amphibious assault ship Wasp and a full escort, entering the Persian Gulf.
The combination of carrier air power and the amphibious ship’s capabilities would allow a rapid seizure of the island, aligning with US Navy doctrine for operations in confined, low-visibility environments.
However, the plan faces significant challenges: potential saturation missile and drone attacks from Iran, mine-laying in waterways, and the high cost and risk of maintaining the island after capture.