Israeli officials were initially concerned that US President Donald Trump's Thursday evening comments, suggesting Israel "might attack," alerted the Iranians.

Iran pulls out of US nuclear talks after Israeli airstrikes hit key nuclear sites. With tensions soaring, questions remain over the future of diplomacy.

The United States reportedly played a key role in deceiving Iran into believing no immediate military action was planned. Despite public remarks discouraging an Israeli strike, President Trump and senior officials contributed to an illusion of diplomatic progress,