John Kirby, an adviser to the US National Security Council, has made it clear that the United States will not back any retaliatory campaign by Israel against Iran. Speaking on a television talk show on Sunday, Kirby emphasized the US stance on avoiding further escalation in the region.

According to Kirby, while the US remains steadfast in its support for Tel Aviv, it is also committed to preventing any actions that could exacerbate the conflict. He reiterated that the US does not want to see a major conflict erupt in the Middle East.

Kirby indicated that this message has been communicated to both the Netanyahu administration in Israel and the Iranian government. He underscored the importance of strategic consideration and restraint in responding to the recent attack on Israeli territory by Iran.

The remarks come in the aftermath of a phone call between US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu following the Iranian attack. During the call, Biden advised Israel to exercise caution and carefully weigh its response to the situation.

As tensions continue to simmer in the region, the US is working to maintain stability and prevent further escalation of hostilities between Iran and Israel. Kirby's comments reflect the Biden administration's commitment to diplomacy and de-escalation in addressing the complex challenges facing the Middle East.