Trump made the remarks after a co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain during the Dubai-to-Tel Aviv flight, causing the aircraft to lose altitude before passengers and other crew members intervened. The plane later made an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.
Asked whether Iran was involved, Trump said the possibility was being investigated and indicated that, based on information he had received, there could be a link. He did not provide evidence establishing Iranian involvement.
The incident remains under investigation, with authorities examining the co-pilot’s motives and whether the attack was connected to terrorism or any prior planning. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has also said it was too early to determine whether Iran was involved.
Trump said that if Iran were ultimately found responsible, Washington would respond forcefully. No new US military action against Iran has been announced in connection with the incident.