US President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Iran, cautioning against any retaliation directed at US targets in the Middle East. Simultaneously, he expressed optimism, predicting that Israel and Iran would “soon” reach an agreement to de-escalate their increasingly tense conflict.
In an early morning social media post, President Trump stated that the United States “had nothing to do with the attack on Iran,” amidst escalating missile exchanges between Israel and Iran, now in their third consecutive day.
“The U.S. had nothing to do with the attack on Iran, tonight. If we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the U.S. Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before. However, we can easily get a deal done between Iran and… pic.twitter.com/9F10xj1xU8
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) June 15, 2025
Iran, however, has stated that it will hold the US accountable, citing its extensive provision of weaponry to Israel as evidence of its backing.
Reports indicate that Israel targeted Iran’s Defence Ministry headquarters in Tehran, along with sites purportedly connected to Iran’s nuclear program. Meanwhile, Iranian missiles reportedly bypassed Israeli air defenses, striking buildings deep within Israeli territory.
Mr Trump declared: “If we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the US armed forces will come down on you at levels never seen before.”
Hours later, the US president returned to social media, this time forecasting that “Iran and Israel should make a deal, and will make a deal.”
President Trump also asserted his proven ability to de-escalate conflicts and stated that he would facilitate a cessation of hostilities between Israel and Iran, “just like I got India and Pakistan to” after their recent border skirmishes.
Mr Trump also highlighted his administration’s past efforts to mediate disputes between Serbia and Kosovo, as well as Egypt and Ethiopia.
“Likewise, we will have PEACE, soon, between Israel and Iran!” Mr Trump reiterated. “Many calls and meetings now taking place. I do a lot, and never get credit for anything, but that’s OK, the PEOPLE understand. MAKE THE MIDDLE EAST GREAT AGAIN!”
The escalating conflict between Israel and Iran is posing a significant challenge to President Trump, who campaigned on a promise to swiftly resolve the ongoing wars in Gaza and Ukraine and adopt a foreign policy focused on avoiding foreign entanglements.
President Trump has faced difficulties in finding resolution to the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.
Having previously criticized President Joe Biden for preventing Israel from launching strikes against Iranian nuclear sites during last year’s campaign, President Trump is now advocating for diplomacy with Israel.
His administration’s pressure on Tehran to abandon its nuclear program follows the 2015 agreement between the US, other world powers, and Iran. This agreement, known as the JCPOA, limited Iran’s uranium enrichment in exchange for the removal of economic sanctions.
Mr. Trump engaged in discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday to address the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. He is scheduled to attend the Group of Seven leaders summit in Canada, where the Middle East crisis is expected to be a central topic in talks with leaders from Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the European Union.
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