TEHRAN – Iran has warned that it is prepared to respond to any military action against its infrastructure after reports emerged that the United States and Israel could be considering strikes on Iranian energy-related targets.
According to Al Jazeera, citing Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency, a senior Iranian official said Tehran has developed a comprehensive strategy to respond to any potential attack. The official dismissed media reports about possible US-led military action as an act of “madness” and said Iran was fully prepared for retaliation if such strikes were carried out.
The official added that Iran’s response plan would include Israeli critical infrastructure as well as US energy facilities in the region.
The remarks came after CBS News reported that the United States and Israel were discussing what could become one of the most extensive bombing campaigns targeting Iran’s energy infrastructure. The report, citing multiple sources, said military action could take place over the weekend, although it added that President Donald Trump had not yet given final approval.
Responding to questions about the report, Pentagon chief spokesperson Sean Parnell declined to comment on potential targets before a presidential decision. However, he said the department was prepared to carry out any directive issued by the president at short notice.
Speaking during a cabinet meeting, President Trump also signaled a tougher approach toward Iran, saying Washington would strike the country “very hard” when asked about expectations for the coming weeks. He added that Iran could eventually reach a point where it would no longer be able to endure the pressure.
Meanwhile, Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr warned that continued US naval actions would further tighten restrictions around the Strait of Hormuz.
According to Al Jazeera, citing Iran’s state news agency Fars, he said such developments could affect other strategic maritime routes, with consequences for the global economy, energy markets, and American voters.
