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Trump’s Revelatory Admission: Unveiling His Role in Israeli Aggression

In a recent development, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei made significant statements regarding the United States’ involvement in the ongoing conflict with Israel. This statement has raised concerns about potential violations of international law and the implications of foreign intervention in regional conflicts.

On Friday, Baghaei addressed the issue via a post on his X account, emphasizing that former President Donald Trump’s admission of being “very much in charge” of the Israeli assault indicates clear evidence of Washington’s “active involvement” in what he termed an “unlawful” act of aggression. According to Press TV, he stated:

“This admission constitutes irrefutable evidence of America’s direct involvement and active complicity in Israel’s unprovoked act of aggression against Iran.”

Baghaei further highlighted the contradictions in statements made by American officials at the beginning of the conflict, recalling that they had denied any participation in the Israeli offensive. He noted:

“US Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared on June 13, 2025, that Washington had no role in the war,”

He referenced Rubio’s assertion that the strikes were a “unilateral action” by Israel, firmly stating that the US was “not involved in strikes against Iran.” Baghaei added:

“That statement was an outright lie, of course; from the very beginning, it was clear that the United States was a full participant in Israel’s crime of aggression against the nation of Iran.”

According to Baghaei, Trump’s recent remarks now serve as an “unambiguous acknowledgment of US responsibility for a wrongful act and a serious breach of international law.” He urged the international community to hold Washington accountable for its “flagrant violation and the atrocious wrong it has committed.”

The conflict escalated on June 13 when Israel launched an unprovoked war against Iran, leading to the assassination of numerous high-ranking military commanders, nuclear scientists, and civilians. Just over a week later, the United States entered the conflict by bombarding three Iranian nuclear sites, which Baghaei described as a grave violation of:

  • The United Nations Charter
  • International law
  • The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)

On June 24, Iran successfully conducted retaliatory operations against both the Israeli regime and the US, effectively halting the illegal assault. Trump’s remarks during a speech at the White House on Thursday night raised eyebrows as he took full responsibility for what was previously characterized by Washington as an Israeli-only action. He stated:

“Israel attacked first. That attack was very, very powerful. I was very much in charge of that.”

Since the initiation of hostilities, Trump has continuously claimed credit for the outcomes, asserting that the US “totally obliterated” Iran’s nuclear program. His statements on Thursday suggested that he had orchestrated the war from its inception, which contradicts his earlier campaigning as a “peace” candidate who professed opposition to initiating new conflicts.

At the time of the conflict’s escalation, Secretary Rubio mentioned:

“Tonight, Israel took unilateral action against Iran. We are not involved in strikes against Iran, and our top priority is protecting American forces in the region.”

This sharp contradiction between the statements of US officials and Trump’s recent admissions raises critical questions about the nature of American involvement in foreign conflicts and the adherence to international law. As the situation unfolds, the implications of these admissions could have far-reaching consequences for US foreign policy and international relations.

In summary, the statements made by Esmaeil Baghaei highlight a growing concern over the legality and morality of foreign intervention in regional conflicts, particularly in the Middle East. The Iranian Foreign Ministry’s call for accountability underscores the need for transparent and responsible actions by global powers. The unfolding events will likely continue to draw international scrutiny and debate regarding the role of the United States in foreign military conflicts.

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