Israel Warns U.S. of Iran's Plot to Assassinate Trump

Israel's Mossad warned the U.S. CIA about Iran's alleged plan to assassinate President Donald Trump and senior U.S. officials using drones, prompting increased security measures in the U.S. and influencing Trump's shift in foreign policy toward Iran.

Consensus

Israel's Mossad provided intelligence to the U.S. CIA about Iran planning assassinations of Donald Trump and senior U.S. officials.
The alleged plot involves the use of drones equipped with explosives.
U.S. authorities increased security measures for high-ranking officials.
Some high-level U.S. officials were moved to secure locations.
Public appearances by Trump were restricted.
The intelligence was provided in response to a request from U.S. intelligence agencies.
The information was confirmed by another Western intelligence agency.
Trump's approach to negotiations with Iran changed, and he stated the U.S. no longer needs a deal with Iran.
The U.S. has not independently confirmed the intelligence from the CIA or White House.
Director of Mossad Roman Gofman visited Washington and met with CIA Director John Ratcliffe.

Points of divergence

The intelligence significantly reduced the chances of a deal between the countries and caused Trump to adjust his negotiation approach. — rimao
The visit of Mossad director Roman Gofman coincided with efforts by Israel to convince the White House to resume military action against Iran, which the U.S. has so far avoided due to Saudi Arabia's request. — rimao
There are internal disagreements within Trump's administration about war with Iran, with some pushing for new strikes and others advocating for withdrawal. — meduza
After the mid-term elections, Vice President JD Vance became one of the first to raise the issue of war with Iran, calling it a cause of Republican losses. — meduza
Vice President JD Vance attempted to arrange a direct meeting with high-ranking Iranian officials, leading Trump to remove him from negotiations. — vedomosti
Fox News reported that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was moved to a secure military base due to threats from Iran. — vedomosti
Bessent stated publicly on CNBC that he receives death threats from Iran. — vedomosti
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth were also moved to secure locations. — vedomosti
Trump expressed hope that the U.S. would not have to resort to military strikes against Iran. — vedomosti
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. is ready to negotiate with Iran but considers current Iranian demands unrealistic and absurd. — vedomosti
Reuters sources indicate Rubio supports continuing economic pressure as an alternative to war or accepting Iranian demands. — vedomosti
The U.S. took special security measures and limited Trump's public appearances. — tg_tass_agency

Coverage (11 sources)

Media: Israel handed US data on Iran's preparation of an assassination plot against Trump — DW Главное
Mossad handed US intelligence plans for Iran to strike Trump with drones — РИАМО
Israeli intelligence warned CIA about Iran's plot to assassinate Donald Trump — Israel Hayom — ЭХО / Новости
«Ha-Yom»: Israeli intelligence warned CIA that Iran was preparing an assassination attempt on Trump using drones — Meduza
«Mossad» warned CIA about alleged Iranian plot to assassinate Trump — Вечерняя Москва
Israel handed CIA data on Iran's drone attack preparations on Trump, Israel Hayom claims citing sources. — ТАСС (Telegram)
«Mossad» warned CIA that Iran is preparing Trump's assassination — Ведомости
Israeli intelligence warned US about possible threat to Trump and his administration — Вести
Israel warns US that Iran allegedly plans assassination of Trump — Вести
Israel Hayom: «Mossad» handed CIA plans for Iran to carry out an assassination attempt on Trump — Коммерсантъ
Mossad warned CIA of Iran's plans to attempt assassination of Trump — Интерфакс

Israel Warns U.S. of Iran's Plot to Assassinate Trump

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