The United States and Israel have carried out coordinated attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure, including power plants, gas fields, and water treatment facilities. The region around Isfahan was particularly affected, where significant damage occurred to gas processing plants, electricity grids, and water distribution systems. In several provinces, energy supplies collapsed, refineries were shut down, and key infrastructure was destroyed. The attacks also targeted civilian facilities essential for supplying the population with electricity and water.
Iran responded immediately with massive retaliatory strikes, targeting energy facilities and military sites in Israel and several Gulf states, including Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. The attacks involved missiles, drone interceptions, and widespread power outages across the region. Multiple waves of attacks were reported, while the full extent of the damage initially remained unclear. At the same time, explosions were reported at a major oil refinery in the U.S. state of Texas, and the cause is under investigation.
The escalation is increasingly spreading and involving international actors. Reports indicate that Russian ships in the Caspian Sea were attacked and Chinese supply routes disrupted. Meanwhile, the United States has deployed additional troops to the Middle East. Observers warn of further escalation with potential global impacts on energy supplies and security. Millions of people could be affected by the destruction of critical infrastructure, while the risk of a broader military expansion continues to rise.