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Israel launches more strikes on Tehran as Iran continues attacks on Gulf oil facilities

What happened

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel acted independently in striking Iran's largest gas compound, after President Trump indicated he did not approve of the attack. The strike prompted Iranian retaliation against Gulf energy facilities, causing oil and gas prices to surge. Netanyahu subsequently announced Israel would hold off on future attacks on Iran's energy infrastructure following Trump's request.

Why people care
This marks a rare public disagreement between Israel and its closest ally over military action against Iran. The strikes and counter-strikes have disrupted global energy markets and raised concerns about escalating conflict in a strategically vital region.
The takes
Israel says

Netanyahu claims Israel has made significant progress against Iran's nuclear capabilities, asserting that Iran no longer has the capacity to enrich uranium. Israeli officials maintain they acted independently to protect national security interests against Iranian threats.

Trump administration says

President Trump did not approve of the Israeli strike on Iranian energy infrastructure and requested that Israel refrain from future such attacks. The administration appears concerned about escalation and the global economic impact of energy market disruption.

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