In a tense and uncertain moment for the Middle East, President Donald Trump acknowledged on Sunday that while the United States is not currently involved in Israel’s military actions against Iran, “it’s possible we could get involved.”
Speaking with ABC News’ Rachel Scott, Trump declined to confirm whether Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had personally urged U.S. intervention but left the door open to a shift in America’s role. “We’re not involved in it. It’s possible we could get involved. But we are not at this moment involved,” he said.
The remarks come amid growing international anxiety after Israel launched strikes targeting Iranian military assets. In response, Iran canceled scheduled nuclear talks in Oman, labeling the negotiations “unjustifiable” in the wake of what it described as U.S.-backed aggression. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned the attacks and blamed Washington for enabling Israel’s actions.
Trump also revealed he had a lengthy conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday, during which the two discussed the deteriorating situation. The president said he is “open” to Putin’s proposal to mediate between Iran and Israel. “He’s ready. He called me about it. We had a long talk,” Trump said. “This is something I believe is going to get resolved.”
While Trump had previously given Iran a 60-day ultimatum to reach a deal, he told ABC that there is no new deadline. “They’re talking. They’d like to make a deal.”
Yet hopes for diplomacy remain fragile. With tensions escalating and nuclear negotiations on hold, the path forward is becoming increasingly unclear. What is clear is that a wider conflict could draw the U.S. into yet another volatile theater. For now, the world watches—and waits.
