Washington D.C. – Web Desk: Israeli intelligence has reportedly shared new and specific intelligence with the United States regarding an alleged Iranian plot to assassinate President Donald Trump, according to American media reports on Thursday . The development comes as military tensions between Washington and Tehran have escalated sharply, raising fears of a broader regional conflict.
Citing informed sources, CNN reported that while US officials have long received various threat warnings regarding potential attacks on President Trump, the latest information provided by Israel outlines a specific and detailed plan . The Wall Street Journal also reported the intelligence-sharing, citing anonymous sources familiar with the matter .
These reports surface amid a dramatic surge in US-Iran military hostilities, with the two nations exchanging airstrikes and trading accusations of violating a fragile ceasefire agreement signed last month. The Israeli Embassy in Washington declined to comment, while Iran’s UN mission has not yet issued an official response .
Background of Assassination Concerns
The alleged plot comes against the backdrop of longstanding Iranian vows to avenge the killing of Qasem Soleimani, a top Iranian military commander who was killed in a US drone strike in January 2020 during Trump’s first presidency . Iran has repeatedly pledged retaliation and has been linked to previous assassination attempts against US officials.
In a separate incident earlier this year, a gunman attempted to assassinate President Trump at a White House correspondents’ dinner in April. US intelligence reports later suggested that anger over the Iran war may have been a motivating factor in that attack .
Trump Acknowledges Threats
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Wednesday, President Trump acknowledged the ongoing threats to his life. “They want to take out the leader of the United States — which is me. I’m on every list. I saw it this morning; I’m on every one of their lists. So far I’ve probably been lucky, but that luck may not hold,” Trump said .
The president’s comments came as he was returning from a NATO summit in Turkiye, where he had declared that the ceasefire agreement with Iran was “over” and warned of further military action . Despite his harsh rhetoric, Trump has left open the possibility of continued diplomatic talks .
Strained US-Israel Relations
The intelligence-sharing comes at a time of reportedly strained relations between Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, with the two leaders reportedly divided over the continuation of military operations against Iran . Netanyahu has advocated for continued strikes, while Trump has sought an end to the conflict out of concern for the global economy .
During a phone call on Wednesday, Trump and Netanyahu agreed to “continue strengthening coordination” between their countries, according to a statement from the Israeli prime minister’s office . Trump reportedly briefed Netanyahu on recent US military operations in the Gulf region .
Iran has not issued an official response to the new allegations, and US officials have not independently confirmed the reports.
