U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran crisis is now a real possibility, fueling global concerns of escalation.
As nuclear talks persist, Russia signals interest in helping ease tensions between the warring nations.
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United States President Donald Trump has indicated that the U.S. might be drawn into the intensifying conflict between Israel and Iran, raising new concerns about the potential for a broader military confrontation in the Middle East.
In a previously unpublicized interview conducted off-camera with ABC News senior political correspondent Rachel Scott, Trump acknowledged that involvement in the ongoing clashes between the two long-standing rivals remains a real possibility.
“It’s possible we could get involved,” the president said, without elaborating on the specifics of what such involvement would look like or what conditions might trigger direct U.S. action.
This revelation comes amid rapidly escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran, with both nations exchanging heavy strikes over the past week. The situation has raised alarms globally, with analysts warning that the crisis could spiral into a regional war if not contained.
Despite the intensifying conflict, President Trump noted that diplomatic discussions concerning Iran’s nuclear program are still underway. According to him, Tehran might be more inclined now to pursue a diplomatic agreement due to the growing pressure of the military standoff with Israel.
“They would like to make a deal,” Trump said, suggesting that the Islamic republic may be seeking a way out of the conflict that doesn’t involve prolonged warfare. He added that the recent developments could potentially accelerate the pace of ongoing negotiations.
Adding a new layer to the unfolding situation, Trump also disclosed that Russian President Vladimir Putin has stepped forward with an offer to mediate the conflict. While the U.S. has yet to officially respond to the proposal, the involvement of Russia a major power with established ties to both Iran and Israel could shape future diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalation.
Putin’s proposed mediation could also test the geopolitical balance, particularly at a time when U.S.-Russia relations remain complex and sensitive. Trump did not indicate whether he viewed Putin’s offer as viable or how the U.S. might coordinate with other international actors to address the conflict.
The comments from President Trump mark one of the first public acknowledgments by the U.S. administration of its potential military or diplomatic involvement in the current Middle East crisis. As tensions continue to rise and casualties mount, global attention is increasingly focused on whether Washington will act to contain the conflict or find itself directly involved.
