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// DOSSIER — israeli-leaders-warn-iran-infrastructure-strikes
Israeli Leaders Warn Iran of Severe Infrastructure Strikes Amid Renewed US-Iran Escalation
REL_TIME: 06 Sep 2026 03:12Z · LANG: EN
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and Minister Eli Cohen have issued strong warnings that Israel will retaliate against any Iranian attacks by striking vital infrastructure, including energy facilities, and returning Iran to the "Stone Age." The warnings come amid renewed military escalations between the United States and Iran, featuring US strikes on Iranian targets, subsequent Iranian drone and missile responses targeting US-linked regional locations, and ongoing disputes over the Strait of Hormuz.
// Background
Hostilities between the US, Israel, and Iran intensified following military operations launched in February aimed at dismantling Iran's nuclear and missile programs and toppling the regime. Although a framework for de-escalation was mediated by Qatar and Pakistan in June, a formal agreement failed due to disputes over the Strait of Hormuz, leading to renewed open conflict in September.
// Key Developments
- Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that an Iranian attack would remove all restrictions, leading Israel to strike all infrastructure and energy facilities.
- Minister Eli Cohen stated Israel will strike Iran again if Tehran attempts to rebuild its nuclear or ballistic missile programmes, regardless of any US-Iran agreement.
- Renewed military engagements between the US and Iran have escalated at the start of September following months of tension and a disrupted June ceasefire framework.
- Iran responded to US strikes on military facilities and tankers with missile and drone attacks directed at US-linked positions across the region.
// Timeline
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Israel and the United States launch military operations with the stated goal of destroying Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs.
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The US and Iran sign a ceasefire memorandum of understanding via Qatari and Pakistani mediation, though a comprehensive agreement collapses over the Strait of Hormuz.
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Israeli Minister Eli Cohen declares Israel will strike Iran if it attempts to rebuild its nuclear or missile programs, even under a US deal.
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Renewed fighting breaks out as CENTCOM launches strikes on Iranian military facilities, and Iran retaliates with missile and drone attacks.
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Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warns that any Iranian attack will prompt strikes on energy and state infrastructure, returning Iran to the Stone Age.
// Perspectives
[Israel]
Prepared defensively and offensively, warning of total infrastructure destruction if provoked by Iranian attacks.
[Iran]
Engaging in retaliatory missile and drone strikes against US forces and vessels in the region following renewed American military actions.
[United States]
Conducting military strikes against Iranian forces, Revolutionary Guard Corps targets, and tankers amidst ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
// Quotes
“If Iran makes the mistake and tries to renew its nuclear programme or ballistic missile programme, even if there is an agreement with the United States, we will be there to attack.”
“Any Iranian attack on Israel will free us from all limitations. We will strike all infrastructure, including energy infrastructure, and return Iran to the Stone Age and darkness.”
