Trump caught off guard by envoy's claim of possible strike on Iran this weekend: 'I don't know anything about that'
US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack said on Friday that a strike on Iran could happen as early as this weekend.
Jerusalem, Friday — The United States might launch an attack on Iran this weekend, according to Tom Barrack, the US ambassador to Turkey and a key figure on Syria issues. Barrack, speaking on a podcast, did not have a direct role in Iran-related affairs. He reiterated President Donald Trump's open stance for a deal with Iran, noting that they have been at the negotiating table for months.
Barrack downplayed the impact of his comments when asked by reporters, stating that he was unaware of any impending strike. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, embroiled in his own political battles, has vowed to overthrow Iran's clerical regime following recent bombings. However, Barrack clarified that the US does not aim to topple Iran, which has been a sworn enemy since the 1979 revolution. He emphasized that the US is not interested in regime change, highlighting the complexities of post-change scenarios.
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