Pakistan, June 13 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said America will protect Israel if Iran answers with a counterattack. He gave this message during a Fox News interview. Trump confirmed that he knew about Israel's attack before it happened. However, he made it clear that the U.S. was not part of the strikes. Still, he promised full support for Israel if things get worse.

Trump stressed that Iran should not have nuclear weapons. He said America wants Iran to return to peace talks. He added that Iran must choose peace over war. Trump showed hope that Iran will change its nuclear plans. He wants Iran to work with the U.S. through dialogue.

At the same time, Trump's team informed a key Middle Eastern ally about the coming attack. But they s...