Are US and Israel in lockstep in Iran war? Deciphering Trump's post after gas field attacks

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete March 19, 2026 at 03:07 PM
Are US and Israel in lockstep in Iran war? Deciphering Trump's post after gas field attacks

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Following attacks on a gas field shared by Iran and Qatar, allegedly by Israel, Donald Trump issued a statement on Truth Social. The attacks, which targeted Iran's South Pars field and an energy complex in Qatar, caused a spike in energy prices. Trump claimed the US "knew nothing" about the Israeli attack, contradicting reports in Israeli newspapers that the attack was coordinated with the US. Trump's statement also indicated that Israel would make "no more attacks" on the gas field unless Iran attacked Qatar. The statement raises questions about the extent of coordination and alignment between the US and Israel regarding the ongoing conflict with Iran. It remains unclear whether Trump's statement reflects a prior agreement or a warning to Israel.

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iran war 90% israel 80% gas field attacks 80% donald trump 70% united states 70% south pars 60% qatar 50% energy prices 50% benjamin netanyahu 40%

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