Swapna Kumbar , Bengaluru - Reports say the U.S. military could strike Iran as soon as this weekend, though Donald Trump has not made a final decision. Officials were also weighing whether to wrap up any operation before financial markets open on Monday because of the potential economic fallout.

The U.S. and Israel are planning a heavy bombing campaign against Iran’s energy infrastructure, with possible strikes throughout the weekend. Sources said the goal of ending the operation by Monday morning was discussed, but no firm end point had been set and Trump had not yet given the final order.

The warnings fit Trump’s recent posture, which has repeatedly emphasized hitting Iran “hard” in response to attacks on U.S. interests and shipping in the region. His administration has already backed repeated strikes in the wider Iran conflict, and the latest planning suggests energy sites could again be targeted if he approves the action.

Financial-market timing appears to be part of the calculation because major strikes on Iranian energy assets could affect oil prices and global trade. That is why planners were reportedly considering the timing of any attack around the weekend rather than leaving it open-ended.

For now, the situation is still a threat assessment rather than a confirmed strike order. But the reports show the White House is actively considering a major escalation, with both military and economic consequences in view.