See What Trump Told ABC About the Escalating Iran-Israel Conflict

U.S. President Donald Trump has weighed in on the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, warning that the United States may be drawn into the crisis if the violence continues unchecked.

In an interview with ABC News on Sunday, Trump made it clear that while the United States is not currently involved in the military exchanges between the two nations, intervention is not off the table.

“We’re not involved in it. It’s possible we could get involved. But we are not at this moment involved,” he stated.

The latest round of hostilities began on Friday when Israel launched a preemptive strike on Iranian targets, reportedly aiming at nuclear and military infrastructure. In retaliation, Iran unleashed a series of missile and drone attacks on Israeli cities including Tel Aviv, triggering widespread panic, destruction, and mounting civilian casualties on both sides.

Despite the intensifying violence, Trump struck a cautiously optimistic tone, suggesting that diplomacy still has a chance. He predicted that the two nations may eventually reach a deal to de-escalate the crisis.

In a surprising revelation, Trump also suggested that Russian President Vladimir Putin could act as a mediator between Iran and Israel, citing his relationship with both nations.

“He is ready. He called me about it. We had a long talk about it. We talked about this more than his situation,” Trump said, referring to Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine. “This is something I believe is going to get resolved.”

However, Tehran remains skeptical of Washington’s stance. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, speaking on Sunday, claimed that despite U.S. denials, Iran believes the United States has a hand in supporting Israel’s actions.

“We have received messages from the U.S. through various channels over the past two days stating that the U.S. had no involvement and will have no involvement in this attack,” Araghchi said. “As I said, we don’t believe the U.S.’s claim.”

Amid the rising tensions, the U.S. State Department has authorized the voluntary departure of non-emergency staff and families from the U.S. Embassy in Israel. A security advisory also urged American citizens in the region to leave immediately, warning that the situation could deteriorate further.

“U.S. citizens who wish to depart should not delay in taking advantage of commercial transportation options,” the memo read.

Images from the region show plumes of smoke rising over Tehran and Israel’s Iron Dome intercepting missiles in the skies above Tel Aviv, painting a grim picture of a conflict that threatens to spiral beyond the region.

As global leaders call for restraint, Trump’s comments highlight the delicate position the United States finds itself in — walking a tightrope between deterrence and diplomacy in a region on the edge of war.

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