U.S., Israel preparing to bombard energy-related targets in Iran, sources say
United States and Israeli planners are reportedly preparing potential bombardments targeting energy infrastructure in Iran.
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United States and Israeli planners are reportedly preparing potential bombardments targeting energy infrastructure in Iran.
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