Miami: US President Donald Trump stated on Saturday that he has advised Kurdish groups not to become involved in the conflict with Iran, emphasizing that Washington aims to prevent the situation from becoming more complicated.
According to Anadolu Agency, recent reports from US and Israeli media have indicated that the American administration has been engaging with Kurdish armed groups in Iraq, offering support against Tehran.
During a conversation with reporters aboard Air Force One en route to Miami, Trump highlighted the positive relations between the US and the Kurds but reiterated the importance of keeping them out of the conflict. "We're very friendly with the Kurds, as you know, but we don't want to make the war any more complex than it already is," Trump stated. He further mentioned that despite the Kurds' willingness to fight, he has explicitly advised them against participating in the war.
Trump also speculated on the potential reshaping of Iran's future due to the ongoing conflict, suggesting that Iran's borders might not remain unchanged. He hinted at the possibility of political change in Tehran, expressing a desire for leadership that would not lead Iran into war.
The president claimed that US military efforts have significantly weakened Iran's leadership hierarchy, stating, "We got rid of the top leadership, and we got rid of the second level of leadership." He mentioned the potential deployment of US ground troops to secure enriched uranium at Iranian nuclear sites in the future, though not at present.
Addressing allegations from Tehran about a US attack on a desalination plant in the Iranian capital, Trump denied any knowledge of such an incident. He criticized the Iranian leadership in response to the accusations and dismissed the claims as unfounded.
Regarding Russia's possible involvement in the conflict by allegedly providing intelligence to Iran, Trump stated he had "no indication" of Russia's military support for Tehran. He downplayed the impact of any potential intelligence sharing, noting that it has not significantly benefited Iran on the battlefield.
The remarks were made following a dignified transfer ceremony for six US Army reservists who were recently killed in a drone strike in Kuwait. The attack occurred in the wake of US and Israeli strikes on Iran, intensifying regional tensions and affecting global markets.
Trump concluded by asserting that the conflict would persist for "whatever it takes," claiming that Iran's military capabilities have been severely diminished. Since late February, joint US and Israeli operations have resulted in significant casualties, including the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and several security officials. Tehran's response has included launching missiles and drones toward Israel and Gulf countries hosting US military assets.
