US and Israel to strike Iran energy sites this weekend, CBS reports
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The United States and Israel are considering launching large-scale airstrikes on Iran's energy infrastructure as early as this weekend, CBS News reported, citing anonymous U.S. and Israeli officials. The plan, discussed at a Camp David cabinet meeting, would target power plants and oil refineries. President Donald Trump has not yet made a final decision, while some senior White House officials are said to strongly oppose the operation.
The Reported Strikes
CBS News, citing anonymous U.S. and Israeli officials, reported that the two allies are in advanced discussions about a large-scale bombing campaign against Iran’s energy infrastructure. The operation could begin as soon as this weekend, targeting power stations and oil refineries. The plan was discussed at a Friday cabinet meeting at Camp David, according to the sources. An Israeli official said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu raised three possible military scenarios with Trump earlier in the week, including strikes on land supply routes.
White House Divisions
President Donald Trump has not yet given final authorization for the strikes, the sources said. Some senior White House officials are said to vehemently oppose the operation. White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt reiterated Trump’s stance: “As President Trump said at today’s cabinet meeting, the U.S. will win and Iran will not have a nuclear weapon under his presidency.” Separately, a U.S. official noted that Washington has already targeted bridges used for both military and civilian purposes in the conflict.
What's Next
The UN Security Council has not yet scheduled a meeting on the escalating tensions. It remains unclear whether Trump will approve the strikes, given the opposition within his own administration.
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US and Israel to strike Iran energy sites this weekend, CBS reports
