Israel awaits US green light for strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure amid escalating tensions
Israel is preparing for possible attacks on Iran's energy infrastructure, but the final decision depends on the approval of the United States, according to sources in the highest circles of the Israeli defense system, quoted by Sky News.
F 35 aircraft of the Israeli army/PHOTO: EPA/EFE
According to them, the operations could be launched as early as next week, depending on the evolution of the diplomatic situation and Washington's position.
Pressure from Washington
The statements come at a time of heightened tension after US President Donald Trump gave Iran a 48-hour ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz — a key strategic point for global oil shipping.
The leader of the White House demanded either the resumption of maritime transit through the area, or the opening of negotiations with the US, warning that, otherwise, the response will be a “harsh” one.
Fears of a major escalation
Against the background of these developments, the World Health Organization has announced that it is preparing for the possible consequences of a nuclear catastrophe, should the conflict between Iran and the US intensify.
At the same time, The New York Times reported that the offensive against Iran would have been launched without a clear strategy communicated to the public, raising questions about the long-term direction of American actions.
Conflicting messages from Washington
Donald Trump later tweeted on the Truth Social platform that the US was in “serious negotiations” with what he called a “new, more rational regime” in Tehran to end the conflict.
He claimed that there is already visible progress and that an agreement could be concluded in the near future.
However, the optimistic message was doubled by new threats: in the absence of a quick agreement and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the US could launch attacks on strategic targets in Iran.
Targets: energy and critical infrastructure
Among the possible targets mentioned by the US leader are power plants, oil fields and the island of Kharg — a vital hub for Iran's oil exports.
Trump also suggested that desalination plants, which he said had previously been “deliberately avoided,” could also be targeted.
In this context, a possible coordination between Washington and Tel Aviv for strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure would mark a significant escalation of the conflict, with major implications for regional security and global energy markets.
