U.S., Israel preparing to bombard energy-related targets in Iran, sources say

Key Points:

• The U.S. and Israel are planning a major bombing campaign targeting Iran's energy infrastructure, with strikes potentially occurring over the weekend, though no final authorization from President Trump has been given yet.
• The operation would mark Israel's return to combat actions against Iran, which had paused during a U.S.-brokered truce, but Israel has stated it has not been asked to join any military actions at this time.
• Targets are expected to include Iranian power plants and refineries, aiming to degrade Iran’s military capabilities and governance by disrupting energy supplies.
• President Trump indicated a hardline stance in a cabinet meeting, emphasizing the goal to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, while some White House aides expressed opposition to the strikes.
• Discussions also considered timing the strikes to minimize economic impact and included options presented by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, such as targeting land resupply routes; decisions on cutting electricity in Tehran remain unsettled.