Trump warns of severe retaliation against Iran over assassination threats

President Donald Trump stated on July 11, 2026, that the United States would respond with significant military force against Iran if the country attempted to carry out an assassination against him. In a post on Truth Social, Trump mentioned that 1,000 missiles are prepared and aimed at Iran, with additional missiles ready to follow if necessary. He indicated that he had instructed the U.S. military to be on alert for potential retaliation. Trump's comments followed a report from The Wall Street Journal, which cited Israeli intelligence suggesting that Iran was considering a new plot to assassinate him. Trump also claimed to have left instructions for a strong military response if he were to be attacked. He dismissed reports of a new Iranian plot, stating that he has been a target for a long time. Following his trip to Turkey, the U.S. Secret Service recommended that Trump use an older Air Force One for security reasons. The White House has not confirmed whether this decision was linked to specific threats. Tensions between the U.S. and Iran have escalated, particularly after Iran's recent attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, which prompted U.S. military action.