World · 3 March 2026
Secretary Rubio says Israel plan caused US strikes
Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on Monday, 2 March 2026, that the Trump administration initiated US strikes against Iran. He explained that Israel's decision to attack Iran would have caused counter-attacks against US personnel. To avoid significant American casualties, the administration ordered these strikes ahead of any Iranian action. Rubio provided this information to journalists following a classified briefing.
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