US and Israel Weigh Strikes on Iran's Nuclear Sites and Energy Grid

The United States and Israel are reportedly preparing potential military strike plans against Iran, targeting its nuclear facilities, missile arsenal, and energy infrastructure, with Tehran threatening broad retaliation. This comes amid a growing standoff following earlier conflicts and stalled diplomatic efforts. The New York Times reports options include striking the deeply buried Pickaxe Mountain site, with exercises planned after the US midterm elections. Iran has warned of retaliation against commercial shipping, energy infrastructure, data centres, and undersea cables, potentially escalating the conflict beyond the battlefield. Iran announced a "Father of All Bombs" weapon, though no technical details have been released, while the US considers using its 9,800 kg MOAB. Officials are sceptical that another strike campaign would force Iranian concessions, given previous attacks have not resolved the dispute.