US could not verify Israeli warnings of Iran plots against Trump, sources say
WASHINGTON: The US has received several warnings from Israel over the past year that Iran intended to assassinate President Donald Trump , including before a secret Air Force One ruse in Turkey, that US intelligence officials could not independently verify, according to a current US official and two former officials. The warnings, passed to US intelligence agencies and in some cases relayed…
US intelligence officials could not independently verify Israeli warnings of potential Iranian assassination plots against President Donald Trump, according to sources. These warnings were received over the past year, with some dating back to the lead-up to the 12-day war in Iran in June 2025. Israeli officials reportedly briefed the White House about intelligence indicating Iran may attempt to kill Trump, potentially using a shoulder-launched missile or a knife attack at a public event.
Despite the lack of verification, White House officials and the Secret Service took steps to mitigate the threats, including a deception operation during Trump's secret trip to Turkey. The Israeli embassy denied using its intelligence to influence US policy on Iran. The White House and CIA declined to comment on the specific intelligence matters, but they acknowledged using Israeli intelligence to make judgments about authenticity and accuracy.
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