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Israel Prepares Large-Scale Attacks on Iranian Infrastructure, Reports Say
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Israel Prepares Large-Scale Attacks on Iranian Infrastructure, Reports Say

From Cumhuriyet · () Turkish

Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Context piece
  • Israeli media reports suggest Tel Aviv is preparing extensive attacks on Iranian infrastructure, including oil, gas, and power facilities.
  • These plans are reportedly in response to potential Iranian aggression or a renewed large-scale conflict.
  • Tensions are high following recent US statements and assassination allegations, with Pakistan attempting to mediate.

Israeli media reports indicate that Tel Aviv is finalizing plans for widespread attacks targeting Iran's critical infrastructure, potentially escalating tensions in the region. The alleged targets include vital facilities such as oil and natural gas plants, power stations, and transportation networks.

These preparations are reportedly a contingency for a scenario where a large-scale war with Iran resumes or if Tehran initiates an attack on Israel. An Israeli security source cited by the Maariv newspaper stated that military operation plans are in place for such events. "If the political leadership decides to move forward, Israel will reach targets it did not reach in previous conflicts," the source claimed.

If the political leadership decides to move forward, Israel will reach targets it did not reach in previous conflicts.

โ€” Israeli security sourceCited by Maariv newspaper, referring to potential Israeli military operations against Iran.

The report also highlighted the presence of thousands of US soldiers and significant air power in Israel, suggesting these forces could be a decisive factor in any escalation. The potential targets, including oil and gas infrastructure and industrial facilities, are intended to inflict further damage on Iran's economy. The security source indicated that these facilities were not targeted in past conflicts, and the decision to broaden the scope of attacks was coordinated with the United States.

Missiles are ready and aimed at Iran. If the Iranian regime moves to carry out its threat, thousands more missiles will be launched immediately thereafter.

โ€” Donald TrumpUS President, on Truth Social, threatening retaliation against Iran.

Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has approved new negotiations with Iran, reiterating that the previous ceasefire has ended. Iran's chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, stressed that the country will not "surrender." Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, acting as a mediator, urged Tehran to preserve the peace gains achieved after weeks of conflict and negotiations. An agreement in mid-June aimed to end the conflict and open a 60-day negotiation period.

Adding to the volatile situation, Trump threatened severe retaliation against Iran if any assassination attempt were made against him. He stated on Truth Social that missiles are ready and aimed at Iran, warning that thousands more would be launched if Iran acted on its threats. Trump asserted that the US military is prepared and capable of destroying all of Iran within a year.

The orders have already been given. The US military is ready, on alert, and has the capacity to completely destroy all regions of Iran within a year if necessary.

โ€” Donald TrumpUS President, on Truth Social, detailing US military readiness against Iran.
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Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.