US Washes Hands Off Israeli Strikes, Warns Iran Against Attack On American Bases

The United States has distanced itself from Israel’s airstrikes on Iran, clarifying it had no role in the operation that rocked Tehran early Friday. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that while Israel informed Washington beforehand, the U.S. did not participate. Rubio warned Iran against retaliating on American forces, stating that protecting U.S. troops in the Middle East is the top priority. The Israeli military launched a massive operation targeting Iranian nuclear sites, with explosions shaking the capital. Tensions continue to rise amid fears of regional escalation.