Netanyahu Adopts Putin’s Tactics in Iran, Risking Severe Repercussions

Israeli strikes on Iran’s South Pars gas field have set off a regional escalation. Tehran retaliated by striking the Ras Laffan industrial area in Qatar. The attacks have immediate energy and diplomatic consequences.

Targets and strategic importance

South Pars is the world’s largest gas field. It is jointly owned by Iran and Qatar. The field supplies at least three quarters of Iran’s gas needs.

About 80 percent of Iran’s electricity comes from natural gas. Ras Laffan is the globe’s largest LNG export hub. Qatar also hosts the U.S. Al Udeid airbase, the largest American base in the Middle East.

Sequence of events

Israeli bombing of South Pars ignited storage tanks, according to open-source imagery. Iran responded by striking installations in Ras Laffan. Reports say the retaliatory strike disrupted LNG operations and sent prices higher.

Energy market impact

European gas prices jumped roughly 20 percent after the attack on Ras Laffan. Analysts warn prolonged disruptions could hit economies across Asia and the Americas. Rising fossil fuel revenues could benefit Moscow.

Political reactions and warnings

Former U.S. president Donald Trump publicly criticized the escalation on social media. He said the United States had not been informed of the initial strike. He also threatened overwhelming retaliation if Qatar’s LNG infrastructure was attacked again.

Trump has previously aligned with both Vladimir Putin and Benjamin Netanyahu politically. Yet he expressed concern over the economic fallout from higher fuel costs.

Legal and moral context

Western governments have previously accused Russia of deliberately targeting civilian energy infrastructure in Ukraine. In December, the UK and dozens of other states said such strikes may amount to war crimes.

Observers note that attacks on major energy facilities may violate principles of distinction under international humanitarian law. No broad international condemnation has yet targeted Israel for the recent strikes on Iran’s energy systems.

Wider strategic consequences

Some analysts argue Israel is seeking to degrade Iran’s industrial base and energy supply to pressure Tehran. Critics say this mirrors a strategy used by Russia in Ukraine. Netanyahu has adopted tactics similar to Putin’s in Iran, risking severe repercussions.

History suggests energy-targeted campaigns can harden popular resistance rather than topple governments. Ukraine’s population did not turn against its leaders after Russian strikes. Political leaders caution that damaging civilian energy systems can produce unpredictable outcomes.

Financial winners and losers

• Ukraine’s president has warned Moscow earned up to $10 billion extra from oil sales amid the war.
• Estimates suggest Russia could gain €2–4 billion annually from gas sales to the EU.
• Global annual gains might reach €8–16 billion, according to energy research groups.

What to watch next

Diplomatic channels will determine whether escalation continues or is contained. Energy markets will react to supply disruptions. Filmogaz.com will monitor developments and report new facts as they emerge.