President Donald Trump stated in an interview with The New York Post that he has left instructions for a military response should Iran succeed in any assassination attempt against him. He mentioned that he has been on Iran's list for a long time and indicated that he would respond with significant military action. Trump commented on recent intelligence from Israel regarding a potential plot against him, asserting that there was no new plan from Iran but acknowledging that Tehran has sought his assassination since 2020, following the U.S. strike that killed Iranian military officer Qasem Soleimani. Tensions between the U.S. and Iran have escalated recently, particularly after Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz and public calls for Trump's assassination during the funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In response to these tensions, Trump has taken steps to lift the U.S. waiver on Iranian oil sanctions and has conducted military strikes against Iran. He expressed frustration with Iran's actions and reiterated that he remains a target for the Iranian leadership.
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Trump discusses Iran's assassination threats and his response
In an interview, President Trump revealed he has left instructions for a military response if Iran attempts to assassinate him, citing ongoing threats since 2020. He discussed escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, particularly following recent Iranian actions and public calls for his assassination during a memorial for a former Iranian leader.
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Trump tells The Post he's ‘left instructions’ should Iran succeed in assassinating him: ‘Number 1’ target
Trump discusses Iran's assassination threats and his response