In a dramatic shift, Israel has launched attacks on Iran's key energy infrastructure, including the world's largest natural gas field, raising fears of escalating conflict. These strikes come amid a backdrop of violence, with Iranian officials reporting significant casualties resulting from Israeli bombardments. The strikes have implications for global energy markets as production at the South Pars gasfield is halted, potentially disrupting oil supplies. Both nations are now exchanging retaliatory attacks, raising tensions in the region and prompting concerns over further escalation.
Late on Saturday, Iran's Ministry of Petroleum said Israel struck a key fuel depot, while another oil refinery in the capital city of Tehran was also in flames.
According to Iranian state media, Israeli attacks have killed at least 80 people, including 20 children, and wounded 800 others over the past two days.
Israel's unprecedented and sudden attacks on Iran's energy facilities are poised to disrupt the oil supplies from the Middle East, and could shake up global fuel prices.
Iran holds the world's second-largest proven natural gas reserves and the third-largest crude oil reserves, making its energy infrastructure a critical target for Israel.
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