Israeli Military Finalizes Plans to Attack Iran's Critical Infrastructure

As tensions in the Middle East reach a boiling point, the Hebrew-language newspaper Ma'ariv reported that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have prepared a new and extensive target bank for strikes deep within Iranian territory. These plans, which include targeting vital energy and economic facilities, indicate Tel Aviv's readiness to enter a new phase of military confrontation [1].

Details of Israel's New Target Bank According to reports published on July 12, 2026, the IDF's list of targets includes strategic points that were previously excluded from attack lists due to diplomatic considerations or opposition from Washington. These targets include oil and gas facilities on Kharg Island, major power plants, large industrial complexes, and Iran's key transportation networks [2]. A security source told Israeli media that if the political leadership decides to move forward, the military will this time destroy targets that remained untouched in previous conflicts to exert maximum economic pressure on Tehran [1].

Concurrency with CENTCOM Strikes and Strait of Hormuz Closure This Israeli military readiness is announced as the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) reported today, July 12, 2026, the completion of its third round of strikes against military positions in Iran. These strikes were in response to the targeting of a Cyprus-flagged container ship in the Strait of Hormuz [3]. In reaction to these developments, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy announced that the Strait of Hormuz will be closed to all vessels until further notice and until the end of "US interventions" [4]. Reports indicate that multiple explosions were heard in Bushehr, Khuzestan, and Hormozgan provinces, and Iranian air defenses were activated in several locations [3].

Diplomatic Deadlock and Mutual Threats The current situation has worsened following the failure of the so-called "Islamabad Agreement" and the official termination of the ceasefire by US President Donald Trump. In his latest message, Trump warned that "thousands of missiles are ready to fire" at Iranian targets [4]. In contrast, Iranian officials, including Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, have emphasized that Tehran will not surrender to military pressure and reserves the right to respond to any aggression against its infrastructure [2]. The extensive presence of US air forces at Israeli bases indicates high coordination between Tel Aviv and Washington for any full-scale war scenario [1].