Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a statement in response to Israel launching strikes against Iran, and confirmed that the United States is “not involved in” the strikes.
“Tonight, Israel took unilateral action against Iran,” Rubio said. “We are not involved in strikes against Iran and our top priority is protecting American forces in the region. Israel advised us that they believe this action was necessary for its self-defense.”
Rubio added that President Donald Trump and his administration “have taken all necessary steps to protect” U.S. forces.
“President Trump and the Administration have taken all necessary steps to protect our forces and remain in close contact with our regional partners,” Rubio said. “Let me be clear: Iran should not target U.S. interests or personnel.”
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