President Trump delivered a sobering warning Sunday that the United States could find itself directly involved in the escalating Israel-Iran conflict if diplomatic efforts fail to halt the violence.
Trump emphasized that while America remains on the sidelines for now, circumstances could force the nation’s hand.
The president addressed the growing crisis during an interview with ABC News, outlining his concerns about the rapidly deteriorating situation in the Middle east.
“We’re not involved in it. It’s possible we could get involved. But we are not at this moment involved,” Trump stated clearly to ABC News reporters.
His comments came as tensions between Israel and Iran reached dangerous new heights following days of missile exchanges.
The president expressed optimism that the two nations would ultimately reach an agreement to end the deadly violence.
Trump predicted that Iran and Israel would “make a deal” to resolve the conflict that has seen both countries launch countless missiles at each other since Friday.
Recent reports indicate that Trump and his administration had advance knowledge of Israel’s military actions against Iran.
The president’s team monitored the situation closely as events unfolded across the region.
Trump proposed an unexpected diplomatic solution by suggesting Russian President Vladimir Putin could serve as a mediator between the warring nations.
The Kremlin has maintained relationships with both Israel and Iran, potentially positioning Putin as a neutral party in negotiations.
“He is ready. He called me about it. We had a long talk about it. We talked about this more than his situation,” Trump revealed, referring to Putin’s ongoing military operations in Ukraine.
The president expressed confidence in the proposed mediation, stating, “This is something I believe is going to get resolved.”
Iranian officials rejected American claims of non-involvement in the conflict.
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told reporters in Tehran Sunday that Israel’s attacks clearly occurred with coordination and backing from the United States, the New York Post outlined.
“We have received messages from the US through various channels over the past two days stating that the US had no involvement and will have no involvement in this attack,” Araghchi explained to gathered media.
He added firmly, “as I said, we don’t believe the US’s claim.”
The Iranian foreign minister’s statements directly challenged Trump’s assertions about American neutrality.
araghchi insisted that evidence clearly showed Israeli coordination with Washington regarding the military strikes.
Trump issued a powerful warning to Iran about potential consequences if American interests are threatened, stating that “The full strength and might of the U.S. armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before.”
The State Department responded to the escalating crisis by authorizing voluntary departures from Israel.
officials announced that family members and non-essential U.S. government employees could leave the country immediately.
“US citizens who wish to depart should not delay in taking advantage of commercial transportation options,” the State Department advised in an official memorandum.
The embassy’s shelter-in-place order remained in effect pending further developments.
Iranian military commanders vowed to continue escalating attacks against Israel, with one senior official promising to deliver more “severe blows” to Israeli targets.
The current crisis represents a significant test for Trump’s foreign policy approach in the Middle east.
The president campaigned on reducing American military involvement overseas while maintaining strong support for key allies like Israel, the Post highlighted.
President Trump said that “it’s possible” America directly gets involved in Israel’s military strikes against Iran and launches a direct attack.
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