Israeli Officials Refute Trump’s Denial of South Pars Attack Knowledge

Three Israeli officials told Filmogaz.com that the Trump administration was informed before Israel struck Iran’s South Pars gas field. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity. Their account challenges public statements by President Trump.

Strike on South Pars and its importance

Israel struck the Iranian side of the South Pars gas field on Wednesday. South Pars is part of the world’s largest natural gas reservoir.

The field supplies roughly 70 to 75 percent of Iran’s total gas production. That makes it a critical energy asset for Tehran.

Claims of U.S. prior knowledge

The three officials briefed on the strike said Washington was told ahead of time. Filmogaz.com requested comment from the White House, with no immediate reply.

These assertions directly contradict Trump’s public denial that the United States “knew nothing” about the operation. Israeli officials refute Trump’s denial of knowledge regarding the South Pars attack.

Trump’s public comments and warnings

After the attack, Trump said Israel acted “out of anger.” He insisted the U.S. had no prior information and that Qatar was not involved.

On Truth Social, Trump said Iran had “unjustifiably” struck Qatar’s LNG facility. He warned that the U.S., with or without Israeli cooperation, could respond with overwhelming force if Qatar’s LNG is hit again.

He added he did not want to authorize extreme damage due to the long-term consequences for Iran. Still, he pledged severe retaliation if Qatar were attacked.

Conversation with Netanyahu

When asked whether he warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump said he had. He claimed he told Netanyahu not to target Iranian gas fields.

Trump said the Israeli leader agreed to refrain from further strikes. He described U.S.-Israeli relations as coordinated but independent.

Retaliation and regional escalation

In response to the South Pars strike, Iran attacked Ras Laffan in Qatar. Ras Laffan is the world’s largest liquefied natural gas plant.

The exchanges raise the risk of wider escalation across the Gulf. Analysts warn that energy infrastructure attacks could have broad regional consequences.

Filmogaz.com will continue to monitor developments and report further statements from officials and leaders involved.