Iran has threatened to begin targeting power plants across the Gulf region as Israel launched a new wave of airstrikes against Iranian positions. The warning marks a sharp escalation in the ongoing conflict, raising fears of widespread disruption to energy supplies and civilian infrastructure.
Iranian officials stated that if Israeli attacks continue, Gulf states hosting strategic facilities could face direct strikes. The threat comes after Israel intensified its military campaign, hitting suspected Iranian bases and missile sites in Syria and Lebanon.
Israel’s latest offensive was described by its military as a necessary response to Iran’s missile launches and growing regional aggression. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated that Israel, backed by the United States, is determined to confront Iran’s expanding influence.
Regional observers warn that attacks on Gulf power plants would have devastating consequences, potentially crippling electricity supplies and destabilizing economies dependent on energy exports. The Gulf states have not yet issued formal responses but are reportedly on high alert.
The escalation underscores the risk of the conflict spreading beyond Israel and Iran, drawing in Gulf nations and threatening global energy security. International calls for restraint have intensified, but both sides continue to signal readiness for further confrontation.
