The United States and Israel are preparing to strike energy-related infrastructure in Iran, with attacks possible as early as this weekend, according to people familiar with the matter.
CBS News reported Friday, citing multiple American sources, that the two countries are planning a bombing campaign against Iranian energy targets. The sources said Israeli officials have been notified and are coordinating with the U.S., but President Joe Biden has not yet given final approval for the operation. No final decision has been made.
The reported strikes are unconfirmed. If carried out, the bombing campaign would mark a significant military escalation and target the backbone of Iran's energy sector. However, CBS News did not specify which facilities could be hit or the exact scope of the operation.
The White House, Pentagon and Israeli government have not commented publicly on the report. The information first surfaced Friday through CBS News, and other outlets have since shared the same details without adding further information.