New Delhi, June 19 -- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Thursday conveyed a message from President Donald Trump regarding growing speculation over U.S. involvement in the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.

At the start of her daily briefing, Leavitt addressed the press corps' questions about the administration's stance on the ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

"I know there has been a lot of speculation amongst all you in the media regarding the president's decision-making and regarding whether or not the United States will be directly [involved]," Leavitt said.

She then read the President' quote: "Based on the fact that there's a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in t...