On June 24, former President Donald Trump addressed the growing conflict between Israel and Iran with a blunt warning that drew widespread attention. Before heading to the NATO summit, Trump criticized both sides for escalating violence and called for restraint. He had previously posted on his social media platform urging Israel not to retaliate, writing, “Do not drop those bombs,” and emphasizing that further military action could worsen the situation. His direct tone sparked mixed reactions: some applauded his straightforwardness, while others criticized it for lacking diplomacy.

Trump also responded to a recent Iranian strike on a U.S. military base in Qatar, downplaying the attack’s severity and suggesting it had been anticipated. He added that Iran had issued a warning beforehand, which he described as a diplomatic “courtesy”—a remark that was met with skepticism from policy experts. Trump expressed disappointment with Israel’s response and asserted that both parties shared responsibility for the rising tensions. Citing his administration’s past efforts to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions, Trump warned that renewed conflict would undermine those gains. His comments have reignited discussions about his influence on foreign policy and the consequences of his bold rhetoric in delicate international situations.