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Israel alerts United States to alleged new Iranian plot to assassinate President Trump
Israel’s intelligence agencies have shared information with the United States indicating that Iran is developing a new, specific plan to assassinate President Donald Trump, according to reports in The Wall Street Journal and CNN. The warning was transmitted this week and marks the first Israeli alert that references a concrete plot, although U.S. officials have not independently verified the scheme.
The disclosure comes amid a fresh escalation of tensions between Washington and Tehran, following recent U.S. strikes on Iranian targets and Iran’s retaliation in the Gulf. Trump referenced the threat at the NATO summit in Ankara, saying he was on “every list” of Iranian hit‑targets and that he had been “a little lucky” so far. Israeli officials also warned that the country stands ready to resume attacks on Iran if required, while U.S. officials suggested the timing of the warning could be intended to influence Trump’s policy choices toward Tehran.
No further details about the alleged plot have been released, and the White House has not confirmed any new security measures beyond Trump’s public remarks.