CNN reported early Saturday that the United States is preparing for a new wave of strikes against Iranian targets, potentially as early as this weekend, according to the network's sources. The report follows similar reporting by CBS News earlier in the night, which described a joint Israel-US plan for one of the most severe attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure.
CNN reported early Saturday that the United States is preparing for a new wave of strikes against Iran, potentially as early as this weekend, according to unnamed sources cited by the network. The report adds a major U.S. news organization to the list of outlets reporting on an imminent American operation.
Earlier on Saturday, CBS News reported that Israel and the United States are planning what it described as 'one of the most severe' joint attacks on Iranian energy facilities, possibly this weekend. The Zioneer reported at 00:05 Jerusalem that the two allies are coordinating on specific targets including energy infrastructure. At 00:29 Jerusalem, The Zioneer reported that Israel's defense establishment is preparing for the possibility of joining the operation.
The CNN report does not specify the scope or targets of the planned strikes, but follows reports from CBS and the Wall Street Journal indicating a broad campaign against Iranian military and energy infrastructure. No official confirmation has been issued by the White House, Pentagon, or Israeli defense officials.
The reports come amid a sustained U.S. air campaign against Iranian air defenses, command centers, and strategic infrastructure that has been ongoing for several weeks. The precise timing of any new wave remains unconfirmed, with all reports citing anonymous sources.
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