Trump Rejected Israeli Plot to Assassinate Khamenei
Former U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly told Israel to back down from a plan to assassinate Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. According to CBS News, which cited three American officials, Trump firmly rejected the proposal during a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This discussion reportedly occurred after Israel launched a series of strikes on Iranian targets.
Trump’s decision, as per officials, aimed to prevent further escalation. While he has not publicly commented on the claims, the rejection has drawn sharp global attention. The key phrases “Trump” and “Iran leader” are now central to the rapidly evolving narrative surrounding Middle East tensions.
Netanyahu Avoids Confirming the Report
During a Fox News interview, Netanyahu neither confirmed nor denied the report. Instead, he dismissed growing speculation.
“There are so many false reports of conversations that never happened,” Netanyahu said. “We’ll do what we need to do, and I believe the United States will do the same.”
Despite avoiding direct answers, Netanyahu’s tone suggested a focus on strategic silence, keeping the Israeli response vague yet defiant.
Israel Denies Targeting Political Leaders
An Israeli official, speaking to CBS News, clarified that Israel typically avoids political assassinations.
“In principle, we don’t kill political leaders,” the official stated. “We’re focused on nuclear and military targets.”
This statement reflects Israel’s broader strategy—undermining Iran’s defense infrastructure rather than engaging in high-profile political killings. The official hinted, however, that individuals involved in Iran’s nuclear decisions shouldn’t expect immunity.
Missiles Continue to Fly Between Iran and Israel
The initial Israeli airstrike, launched Friday, targeted key Iranian nuclear sites and military positions. Since then, both nations have exchanged attacks for three consecutive days.
The strikes have intensified, dragging the region deeper into instability. Civilians are bracing for more, while global powers urge restraint.
Trump Calls for Peace—While Warning of Force
Amid the growing violence, Trump took to Truth Social to share his views.
“Iran and Israel should make a deal,” he wrote. “Just like I got India and Pakistan to settle things.”
He later added that the U.S. remained firmly behind Israel. Speaking before departing for the G7 Summit in Canada, Trump stopped short of confirming whether he had asked Israel to halt its strikes.
Still, his message was clear: America is ready for peace, but won’t hesitate to strike if provoked.
“If Iran attacks us in any way, the full force of the U.S. military will hit harder than ever,” he warned.
Peace Talks with Iran Abruptly Cancelled
Efforts to restart U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations hit a wall this weekend. Oman’s Foreign Minister, Badr Albusaidi, who was set to mediate the talks, announced their cancellation on Saturday.
Iran, still under Israeli assault, told mediators in Qatar and Oman that it wouldn’t discuss peace under fire. Reuters reported that Iran refused any ceasefire discussions until Israeli attacks stopped.
This leaves diplomacy hanging by a thread, as missiles continue to fall and rhetoric intensifies.
What’s Next?
The region remains on edge. Trump’s behind-the-scenes involvement adds a surprising twist to the unfolding drama. His rejection of an Israeli assassination plot may have prevented a catastrophic escalation—for now.
Yet with ongoing strikes and stalled diplomacy, the road to peace looks uncertain.
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