Iran Accuses Israel of Sabotage in Gas Pipeline Explosions
Iran's oil minister alleges Israeli sabotage behind recent gas pipeline explosions, escalating tensions amid ongoing conflicts.
- Iran's Oil Minister Javad Owji claims Israel orchestrated explosions on key gas pipelines last week, disrupting supplies in several provinces.
- The attacks on February 14 targeted Iran's main south-north gas pipeline network, with no casualties reported but significant supply disruptions.
- Israel has not acknowledged the attacks, maintaining its usual silence on espionage missions abroad.
- The incidents further strain relations between Iran and Israel, already tense due to the war on Gaza and attacks involving Iran-aligned groups.
- Iran's accusations come amid concerns over its nuclear program and regional arming of groups like Hezbollah and the Houthis.