US, Israel prepare new military operation targeting Iran's energy infrastructure

WASHINGTON, United States — The United States and Israel are preparing a campaign targeting Iran's energy infrastructure, according to a CBS News report citing U.S. sources. The operation could be launched early in the week, though President Donald Trump has not yet given final approval. CBS News reported that the planned campaign would represent one of the hardest strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure in the ongoing confrontation between the U.S., Israel and Tehran. A separate discussion about ending the strikes is said to be underway before financial markets reopen on Monday. Separately, CNN, citing U.S. officials, reported that Washington has accelerated military preparations against Iran in recent days. U.S. Central Command has drawn up operational options and is deploying forces for what officials described as an intensive airstrike campaign expected to last roughly two weeks. Officials told CNN the new strikes could begin toward the end of the week and may target Iranian missile facilities. No further details were immediately available.