Israel Reportedly Alerts U.S. to Renewed Iranian Threat Targeting Donald Trump
Israeli officials have warned their U.S. counterparts of what they describe as a renewed Iranian effort targeting former President Donald Trump, according to a report published by The Daily Wire titled “Israel Warns U.S. Of New Iranian Plot To Assassinate Trump.”
The report, citing unnamed sources familiar with the intelligence, indicates that Israel recently shared its assessment with American authorities amid heightened concern over Iran’s regional activities and ongoing tensions with Washington. The alleged plot is said to be part of a broader pattern of Iranian threats directed at current and former U.S. officials, particularly those associated with policies enacted during the Trump administration.
While details about the purported plan remain limited, the warning reflects long-standing fears among U.S. and Israeli officials that Iran may seek retaliation for the 2020 killing of Qassem Soleimani, the commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Quds Force. Soleimani was killed in a U.S. drone strike ordered by then-President Trump, an operation that sharply escalated tensions between the two nations, as reported by BBC News.
U.S. authorities have previously acknowledged ongoing threats from Iran against American officials. The Department of Justice has brought charges in past cases involving alleged Iranian-backed plots, including attempts to target former government figures. Security for individuals deemed at risk has been heightened in response to such intelligence.
The Daily Wire report suggests that Israeli intelligence services view the current threat environment as active and evolving, prompting the latest communication with Washington. Officials in both countries have not publicly confirmed the specifics of the alleged plot, and no formal statement has been released detailing countermeasures.
The reported warning comes at a time of broader geopolitical strain in the Middle East, with tensions involving Iran extending across multiple fronts, including its relationships with proxy groups and its nuclear program. Analysts say such conditions can increase the likelihood of covert or asymmetric actions.
Neither the Israeli government nor U.S. agencies have publicly commented on the report. However, security experts note that intelligence-sharing between the two allies is routine, particularly when potential threats to high-profile individuals are involved.
The allegations underscore the enduring aftereffects of the Soleimani strike and highlight the persistent risks faced by current and former officials tied to major foreign policy decisions. Whether the warning will lead to new security measures or diplomatic responses remains unclear.
