US and Israel Prepare Strike on Iran — Possible Timing
The US and Israel are considering a large-scale strike on Iran's energy infrastructure, which could be launched as early as this weekend. The decision depends on approval from Donald Trump, who has not yet given a final order. Targets may include power plants, refineries, and other energy facilities. Disrupting Tehran's electricity supply is also being discussed. Israel has been notified of the plans and is coordinating with the US. The operation could be completed before financial markets open on Monday.
The US and Israel are considering one of the most extensive strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure, which could be launched as early as this weekend. According to CBS News, citing American sources, potential targets include power plants, oil refineries, and other energy facilities. Washington has also discussed the possibility of disrupting Tehran's electricity supply. As of Friday, a final decision has not been made, but Israel has been notified of the plans and is coordinating with the US. Donald Trump has not yet given a final order. A former senior US military official said that strikes on energy infrastructure could have consequences beyond economic damage, reducing the Iranian army's capabilities and undermining the regime's ability to govern. The Wall Street Journal reports that Trump has ordered the preparation of a new operation against Iran, including an intensive two-week air campaign. Administration sources believe Iran may be delaying negotiations, hoping for domestic political pressure in the US. The attack plan was discussed at Trump's cabinet meeting at Camp David. Trump said the US would "hit them very hard" and emphasized that his goal is to "win." The president's rhetoric has hardened after an Iranian attack on American troops in Jordan. If approved, the operation could mark Israel's return to large-scale combat after the ceasefire. An Israeli source said Netanyahu presented Trump with three options for continuing the war. White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said Iran will not get nuclear weapons while Trump is in power. The Iranian side, via the Tasnim agency, called the plans "madness."