Iran brands AI-generated Trump video on Kharg Island as ludicrous

KHARG ISLAND, LARAK ISLAND, JORDAN, KUALA LUMPUR, WASHINGTON, 31 AUGUST 2026 —

Lead A senior Iranian official described a Donald Trump post on Truth Social that claimed an artificial‑intelligence (AI) video showed the Kharg Island oil facility under attack as “laughable.” The post, made on Sunday, contained no evidence that Kharg Island had been struck.

Malaysia market impact The claim came amid heightened tensions between the United States and Iran, following the first exchange of attacks since late July. The incident contributed to a near‑2 % rise in global oil prices on Monday, a move that could influence the Malaysian equity market, particularly the energy and commodities sectors. Investors in Malaysia should monitor the situation for potential volatility in oil‑linked stocks and the ringgit’s exposure to global energy markets.

Details from the source The White House and the U.S. Department of Defense have not yet responded to Reuters’ request for comment. Iran’s state‑owned National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) CEO Hamid Bovard, quoted by the semi‑official Nournews outlet, said the video was “laughable” and that operations at Kharg Island were continuing normally. He added that workers were repairing previous damage and upgrading facilities. The U.S.

military announced on Sunday that it had struck two Iranian vessels near Larak Island, about 660 km east of Kharg, prompting Tehran to retaliate by attacking two U.S. bases in Jordan.

With the U.S. and Iran exchanging retaliatory strikes, the risk of further escalation remains high. The international community, including Malaysia, should remain vigilant as the situation develops. Any additional hostilities could further disrupt oil supply chains and exacerbate market volatility.

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