Israel Preparing for Attacks on Iranian Energy Sites, Awaits US Green Light, Official Says

Reuters

12:03 JST, April 5, 2026

April 4 (Reuters) – Israel is preparing to attack Iranian energy facilities but is awaiting a green light from the United States, a senior Israeli defense official said on Saturday, adding that any such attacks would likely come within the next week.

The comments came after U.S. President Donald Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum, sharpening focus on whether Washington would back further Israeli military action against Iran.