Israel Awaits US Approval for Attacks on Iranian Energy Facilities

According to the authoritative international news agency Sky News, Israel is waiting for the 'green light' from the United States to carry out military strikes on Iranian energy facilities. This information was confirmed by a senior official from the Israeli defense ministry, who noted that operations could be conducted as early as next week.

These comments come in the wake of recent statements from U.S. President Donald Trump, who issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran. Trump demanded that Tehran either open the Strait of Hormuz or engage in negotiations with Washington, warning that otherwise the country would face 'hell.' This ultimatum underscores the increasing tension between Washington and Tehran, which has been escalating for several years.

It is important to note that at the end of March, Trump reiterated threats to deliver devastating strikes on Iranian energy facilities if Tehran continued to evade an agreement with the United States. These threats have become part of a broader strategy by the Trump administration aimed at pressuring Iran into negotiations.

The background of these events indicates that on April 1, Axios reported on possible negotiations between the U.S. and Iran that could lead to a ceasefire agreement in exchange for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. This information was confirmed by sources who noted that Vice President J.D. Vance, at Trump's direction, indicated to intermediaries in the negotiations with Iran that the president was willing to consider a ceasefire if certain U.S. demands were met.

On April 3, Trump again threatened Iran with new strikes on infrastructure, emphasizing potential attacks on bridges and power plants. These statements have raised concerns among the international community, as they could lead to an escalation of conflict in the region.

Furthermore, recent reports have indicated that the efforts of Middle Eastern countries and other regional intermediaries, including Pakistan, to organize ceasefire negotiations between the U.S. and Iran have reached an impasse. This suggests that the situation remains tense, and the prospect of a peaceful resolution to the conflict currently seems quite distant.