A group of demonstrators staged a protest in front of the White House, urging the U.S. government to stay out of any potential war between Israel and Iran. Protesters also decried the billions of dollars in military aid provided to Israel. With three U.S. aircraft carriers currently stationed in the Middle East, activists demanded that military assets on board—including aircraft and munitions—be used strictly for defense.

U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders has strongly opposed any U.S. involvement in a potential Israel-Iran conflict. In a statement, Sanders wrote, "Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is not the president of the United States and does not determine our foreign or military policy." He emphasized that if Israel chooses to go to war with Iran, it is their decision—and the U.S. should stay out of it entirely.

The Wall Street Journal reports that former U.S. President Donald Trump has granted policy-level approval for a potential military strike on Iran to halt its nuclear program. However, he has not yet issued a final order.

Trump is reportedly waiting to see whether Tehran shows willingness to reach a last-minute agreement. One of the potential U.S. targets is Iran’s Fordow uranium enrichment facility, which could only be destroyed with the most powerful bombs available.

When previously asked about the possibility of a strike, Trump commented ambiguously: “I may or may not do it.”

U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to continue military operations against Iran. Speaking outside the White House, Trump confirmed daily conversations with Netanyahu and expressed strong support for his actions. When asked about a potential U.S. attack on Iran, Trump remained vague, saying no one knows what he might do. He added that Iran is in trouble and now wants to negotiate, but criticized them for not coming to the table earlier when they had the chance.

The United States is set to deploy a third aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, near the Middle East amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran. Although the deployment was pre-planned, growing regional instability suggests the carrier may move closer to potential conflict zones. Another carrier may also be repositioned to either replace or join the USS Carl Vinson. These moves underscore a significant escalation in U.S. military presence, raising the risk of direct involvement in any future confrontation.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has confirmed that the Pentagon is fully prepared to execute any military orders from President Donald Trump regarding Iran. During a Senate hearing, he refrained from disclosing whether specific attack options had been presented but emphasized that the Department of Defense stands ready to implement decisions related to war or peace. This statement highlights the US’s active preparation amid rising tensions between Iran and Israel, with the Pentagon awaiting the President’s instructions.

U.S. President Donald Trump has declined Russian President Vladimir Putin’s proposal to mediate in the Israel-Iran conflict. Speaking at the White House, Trump said he told Putin to first resolve the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war before getting involved elsewhere. Trump emphasized that it would be more appropriate for Putin to address his own country’s conflict rather than interfering in other global crises. The statement underscores the U.S. stance on prioritizing Russia’s accountability in the Ukraine war before accepting its role as a peacemaker.

Eric Trump, son of Donald Trump and executive at the Trump Organization, has unveiled a new venture named Trump Mobile. The company will exclusively sell smartphones made in the United States. The first model, dubbed T1, is expected to hit the market in about two and a half months, but pre-orders are already underway. The project marks the Trump Organization's entry into competition with tech giants like Apple and Samsung.

A U.S. federal court has blocked a Trump-era policy aimed at denying passports to transgender and non-binary Americans. Judge Julia Kobick of the U.S. District Court in Boston issued a preliminary injunction expanding on her earlier April ruling, which had limited the block to six specific plaintiffs. The court cited constitutional violations as the basis for the injunction. Previously, in his second term, Trump had signed an executive order declaring that the U.S. government would only recognize two genders, and that gender could not be changed.

The United States has announced the temporary closure of its embassy in Jerusalem and consular services in Tel Aviv from June 18 to 21 due to escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. American officials and their families have been instructed to stay indoors or seek nearby shelter. The U.S. State Department issued the alert citing security concerns. No current plans have been announced to assist private U.S. citizens in leaving Israel. Major Israeli airports and seaports also remain closed.

Former US President Donald Trump has claimed that the whereabouts of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei are known to the United States. In a social media post, Trump said, "We know where the so-called ‘Supreme Leader’ Khamenei is hiding. He’s an easy target, and he’s currently safe there—we won’t kill him, at least not yet." Trump also added that the US does not want missiles fired at civilians or military personnel, warning that America’s patience is wearing thin. "Thank you for paying attention," he concluded. In an earlier post, Trump asserted that the United States has achieved "full control" over Iran's airspace.

U.S. President Donald Trump is considering providing direct military support to Israel amid the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, sparking a hidden rift within the Republican Party. While conservatives are demanding immediate strikes on Iran’s uranium enrichment facilities, staunch supporters of the “Make America Great Again” agenda are reluctant to drag the United States into another foreign war.

An attack on Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility would require the deployment of U.S. stealth bombers. In response to escalating tensions, American troops and military equipment are being moved to the Middle East, alongside increased diplomatic pressure from the Trump administration.

U.S. President Donald Trump has rejected French President Emmanuel Macron’s statement that he returned to the U.S. to work on a ceasefire between Iran and Israel. Trump called Macron’s claim “wrong” and clarified that his return to Washington was unrelated to any ceasefire efforts. Macron had earlier suggested a genuine proposal for negotiations aimed first at a ceasefire, which the U.S. would support. Trump emphasized there are bigger issues at hand beyond a ceasefire.

As Iran and Israel exchanged attacks for the fourth consecutive day, U.S. President Donald Trump abruptly convened a meeting with his national security team in the White House Situation Room. Trump, who was attending the G7 Summit in Canada, cut his visit short to return to Washington for the emergency session. Earlier, Trump had urged residents of Tehran to evacuate amid escalating tensions.

The US Navy’s aircraft carrier USS Nimitz has departed from the South China Sea toward the Middle East amid escalating hostilities between Iran and Israel, according to MarineTraffic data. Last week, the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group conducted maritime security operations in the South China Sea as part of the US Navy’s routine presence in the Indo-Pacific. The carrier was originally scheduled to visit Da Nang Port in Vietnam later this week, but that visit has now been canceled due to regional tensions.