US, Israel Planning to Bomb Iran’s Energy Infrastructure Over Weekend — Reports
President Donald Trump speaks at his Mar-a-Lago club, Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, in Palm Beach, Fla., as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth listens
The United States and Israel are preparing large-scale strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure, CBS News reported, citing sources. The strikes could occur this weekend, the report said.The White House has received plans for a heavy 2-week bombardment of Iran’s missile sites, including options targeting energy infrastructure.But Trump is holding back — worried Tehran could hit Gulf energy hubs and shock already strained global markets, CNN reported, citing US officials.Overnight into June 18, Tehran and Washington signed a memorandum, providing for an end to the conflict that began on February 28. However, since July 8, US forces have carried out several series of strikes on Iran. The US Central Command claimed the strikes were in response to Iranian actions against commercial vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz.Iranian forces responded with strikes on US bases in the Middle East. US President Donald Trump further said the ceasefire between the United States and the Islamic Republic was no longer valid.
