US and Israel Plan Airstrikes on Iranian Energy Facilities, Possible Action This Weekend

According to CBS News, citing informed sources, the United States and Israel are planning a new round of airstrikes against Iran's energy infrastructure, with the possibility of launching attacks as early as this weekend. However, U.S. President Trump has not yet officially approved the final military operation, meaning the plan remains subject to change.

The report indicates that if carried out, this would be one of the most intense attacks by the U.S. and Israel on Iranian energy facilities since the onset of their military conflict, focusing on critical energy infrastructure and potentially further disrupting Iran's oil and energy supply capabilities.

Sources say that both nations have discussed completing the military action before global financial markets open on Monday, aiming to reduce market uncertainty during trading hours and prevent the attack announcement from triggering sharper volatility after markets resume.

To date, neither the White House nor Israeli officials have publicly confirmed CBS News' reporting, nor disclosed potential timing or specific targets. Sources emphasize that Trump retains final decision-making authority, and whether the strike proceeds depends on his ultimate approval.

Market analysts warn that large-scale strikes on Iranian energy facilities would heighten tensions in the Middle East. Markets would likely reassess risks related to Persian Gulf oil exports, shipping safety through the Strait of Hormuz, and global energy supply chains, potentially causing renewed sharp fluctuations in international oil prices and safe-haven assets.