As Israel strikes Iran, US pointedly steps back to protect its forces in Middle East
- Posted on June 13, 2025
- By Le Monde
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As Israel strikes Iran, US pointedly steps back to protect its forces in Middle East
A statement released by Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed no solidarity with Israel. The response may reflect a certain irritation with Netanyahu, who, by ordering the strikes, has undermined negotiations with Tehran that Trump relaunched in March.
