Israeli airstrikes on Iranian fuel infrastructure have triggered the first major disagreement between the allies since the conflict began. Washington fears these attacks will consolidate Iranian society around the regime and cause a surge in global oil prices. Furthermore, American officials are concerned that such strikes could prompt Tehran to launch retaliatory attacks on energy hubs across the region, potentially destabilizing the global energy market.
Axios reported this development, citing US government sources. Last Saturday, the Israeli Air Force targeted over 30 Iranian fuel depots, causing massive fires in Tehran. Although these facilities do not produce crude oil, American officials are concerned about market reactions. An advisor to President Trump noted that the White House seeks energy price stability and does not support the destruction of resources.
Impact on the oil market
The regional situation has already driven up oil costs. Khatam al-Anbiya, a spokesperson for the Iranian military headquarters, warned of a potential retaliation. He stated that if attacks continue, Tehran will strike energy hubs across the region. According to his forecast, this could push oil prices to 200 dollars per barrel. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf also confirmed readiness for an “immediate” response.
US Senator Lindsey Graham urged Israel to be cautious in selecting targets. He stated this on his X page. Graham emphasized that the oil industry will be critical for the Iranian people after the potential fall of the current regime.
“Our allies in Israel have shown amazing capability when it comes to collapsing the murderous regime in Iran. America is most appreciative. However, there will be a day soon that the Iranian people will be in charge of their own fate, not the murderous ayatollah’s regime,” the Senator wrote.
Previously, The Ukrainian Review reported that Middle Eastern countries fired more Patriot missiles in three days than Ukraine has received in four years of the full-scale war.
