Israel, US weighing harsh strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure
Reports indicate that the U.S. and Israel are considering significant military strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure. While officials suggest the plan is under review, Iran has threatened a comprehensive response targeting regional infrastructure.
Why it matters
Potential strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure could lead to major geopolitical instability and significant disruptions in global energy markets.
The United States and Israel are planning to initiate a harsh bombing campaign on energy infrastructure in Iran, according to a Friday CBS News report citing multiple sources.According to the report, the wave of strikes could be among the harshest to date and may begin over the weekend, targeting power plants and refineries.Multiple US sources told CBS that Israel has been notified of the potential strikes and has been coordinating with the American military, but noted that US President Donald Trump has not given final approval for the plan.The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump did authorize the plan, with US officials saying that immediate progress on the diplomatic front could cause Trump to cancel the potential strikes.One Israeli official denied the claims, telling CBS that “Israel is unaware of a decision to restart full military operations, nor has it been requested of Israel to join any military actions against…
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