Two official US sources told ABC News that plans for strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure are in advanced stages, though the plans may still change. The report comes amid growing indications that the Trump administration is weighing a major escalation targeting Iran's power grid and other energy assets.
Two official US sources told ABC News that the Trump administration's planning for strikes against Iran's energy infrastructure has reached an advanced stage, reflecting a significant shift in the scope of the American campaign. The plans, which could still change, mark a potential escalation from previous strikes focused on military targets.
The report comes just minutes after a similar account from CBS News, citing US and Israeli sources, that preparations for such strikes are underway and could happen as early as this weekend. As The Zioneer reported earlier Saturday, the CBS report indicated that options for targeting Iranian power plants and other energy assets are being actively prepared. Officials have repeatedly emphasized that no final decision has been made.
The current reporting from ABC, citing two officials, reinforces the assessment that the administration is moving closer to targeting Iran's energy sector, a step President Trump has publicly signaled. The developments follow a prolonged period of US airstrikes against Iranian military infrastructure since the summer of 2026, with the campaign now potentially expanding to economic infrastructure.
2 developments
- StrongUS reportedly preparing another wave of strikes, target list includes Iranian power plants
- DevelopingTrump reportedly planning full military escalation with Iran, targeting power plants and nuclear sites
- StrongSenior Iranian official threatens to target Israeli, US energy infrastructure if struck
- StrongUS officials: Prepared for more strikes on Iran if needed, diplomacy ongoing
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