What are the U.S. and Israel considering?

They are considering strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure.

When might the strikes happen?

Sources say they could occur as soon as this weekend, but no final decision has been made.

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

First publishedJul 31, 20:54 UTC

Last updatedAug 1, 02:16 UTC · 7m ago

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Answer

and Israel are planning the most significant strikes yet on Iran's energy infrastructure, multiple sources say. President Trump has threatened this multiple times in recent months.

Reported by 7 outlets — CBS News, The Hill, Al Jazeera, Axios. See all sources ↓

U.S. and Israel are discussing possible strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure. Sources say the attacks could happen as soon as this weekend, but no final decision has been made. Iran says it has plans to respond to any U.S. attack.

Why it matters

Such strikes could increase tensions in the Middle East and affect global oil prices. They might also lead to broader conflict involving U.S. allies and Iranian retaliation.

In brief

What are the U.S. and Israel considering?: They are considering strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure.
When might the strikes happen?: Sources say they could occur as soon as this weekend, but no final decision has been made.
How has Iran reacted?: Iran says it has plans to respond to any U.S. attack.

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Most outlets focus on the preparation and possible timing of the strikes. Some add details about the purpose of the strikes, the risk of wider war, or Iran's response plans.

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Strikes aim to pressure Iran in ceasefire negotiations
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AxiosJul 31, 22:03Says strikes would push Iran to accept U.S. terms
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Warning of widening regional war and a drone incident
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The HillAug 1, 00:47Mentions regional war threat and Egyptian report of drone fire
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Iran says it has a plan to respond to any U.S. attack
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Al JazeeraJul 31, 23:59Reports Iran's comprehensive response plans
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Strikes described as the harshest yet on Iran's energy infrastructure
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CBS NewsJul 31, 23:29Calls them the most significant strikes yet

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