US President Donald Trump confirmed that his administration had been informed about Israel’s military actions against Iran and claimed that he had attempted to prevent the conflict through diplomatic means.

 

 

In a phone interview with Reuters, Trump remarked, “We were aware of everything, and I made efforts to spare Iran from humiliation and death. I genuinely wanted to see a deal reached.”

 

 

He also mentioned that there is a chance for an agreement, despite the recent tensions. “They can still finalize a deal, but it’s not too late.”

 

 

Trump had been attempting to broker a deal with Iran to cease its uranium enrichment activities. He indicated that Iran was given a 60-day timeframe for negotiations, which has now elapsed. “We knew nearly everything. We knew enough to grant Iran 60 days to reach a deal, and today is day 61, right? So, you know, we knew everything,” he stated.

 

 

The strikes, which Trump characterised in several media interviews as “very successful,” reportedly targeted nuclear sites, missile infrastructure, and high-ranking military officials within Iran. Israel has claimed this marks the beginning of an extensive operation intended to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.

 

 

The president reaffirmed his support for Israel and highlighted the diminished likelihood of a broader conflict. “We have always been very close to Israel. We are their foremost ally by a large margin,” Trump said, adding, “We’ll see what unfolds.”

 

 

When asked if the US would support Israel in the event of retaliation from Iran, Trump confirmed his support but did not elaborate further.

 

 

Subsequently, two American officials confirmed that the US military had aided in intercepting Iranian missiles directed at Israel.

 

 

Despite the military developments, Trump noted that nuclear negotiations with Iran were technically still on the table. A US delegation, headed by special envoy Steve Witkoff, was scheduled to meet with Iranian officials in Oman. However, Trump acknowledged uncertainty regarding whether the talks would proceed.

 

 

“They’re not off the table,” he stated about the negotiations. “We have a meeting with them on Sunday. Now, I’m uncertain if that meeting will actually happen, but we have a meeting with them on Sunday.”

 

 

He also confirmed that he had maintained regular communication with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu throughout the week and had discussed the situation during a security briefing at Camp David.