The White House announced that former US President Donald Trump is set to make a decision within the next two weeks regarding potential US involvement in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt cited the possibility of diplomatic engagement with Tehran as a factor influencing the timeline. Trump’s decision will weigh the potential for negotiations against the escalating tensions in the Middle East. The administration has also reiterated its stance on Iran’s nuclear program, emphasizing the importance of preventing uranium enrichment and the acquisition of nuclear weapons by Iran. The announcement follows a week of military strikes between Israel and Iran, with Trump previously stating his preference for a diplomatic resolution while acknowledging the necessity of action if Iran were to pursue nuclear weapons. The conflict intensified on June 13th with Israel’s ‘Operation Rising Lion,’ leading to retaliatory actions from Iran. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has called for direct action against Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei. The White House maintains that diplomatic options remain open, and Trump’s decision is expected imminently.
