US President Trump denies involvement in Israeli gas field incident

US President Donald Trump has denied any prior knowledge of an alleged Israeli attack on a gas field in the South Pars region, which is shared with Iran.

According to reports, the incident occurred in the South Pars gas field, which spans across the border between Iran and Qatar. The US government had previously stated that it was unaware of the attack.

In a statement, Trump said that the US was not informed about the Israeli strike on the gas field. He also warned Iran against targeting Qatar, stating that such actions would be “unacceptable”.

The incident has raised concerns about the potential for escalation in the region. The South Pars gas field is a significant source of natural gas, and its control could have implications for regional energy markets.

Trump’s comments come as tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran remain high. The US has imposed sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program, while Israel has been critical of Iran’s actions in the region.

The Israeli government has not commented publicly on the incident, but officials have acknowledged that they had taken action to protect their national interests. The Iranian government has also declined to comment on the matter.

The incident highlights the complex web of relationships between major regional players. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how events will play out in the coming days and weeks.

Source: Al Jazeera