Israel Warns of Strikes on Iranian Infrastructure if Needed

A senior Israeli official stated that if Israel is required to act alongside the United States, it would strike Iran's national and energy infrastructure. This follows recent exchanges of fire between the U.S. and Iran, as well as an escalation in the Gulf region. Israel is preparing for the possibility that the campaign may expand, with the military updating operational plans. Coordination with the U.S. continues closely, while military and economic pressure is being applied on Tehran. The Israeli security establishment considers that the pressure could push Iran toward unprecedented actions, including against Israel. The U.S. has extended its military deployment in the Middle East into next year, according to the Wall Street Journal, signaling a potential renewed conflict or maintained leverage over Iran. This includes nearly 20 naval vessels, fighter squadrons, paratroopers, and air defense units. Kuwait's air defenses intercepted missiles and drones launched from Iran, and U.S. Central Command reported diverting 86 commercial ships and disabling three others during its naval blockade enforcement.