Calgary, Canada – President Donald Trump has reportedly vetoed an Israeli plan to assassinate Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to American officials. The decision comes amidst escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, with both nations engaging in military strikes following Iran's retaliatory actions against Israeli targets.
The plan to target Ayatollah Khamenei was revealed following President Trump's warning to Iran not to threaten American interests, as car bombs detonated in Tehran. The White House has emphasized its goal of restricting Israel's activities to limiting Iran's nuclear capabilities, avoiding a broader regional conflict.
World leaders are set to gather in Calgary for a G7 summit on Monday, where Middle Eastern conflicts are expected to dominate discussions. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declined to comment on the assassination plan during a television interview, dismissing reports of conversations that allegedly never took place.
The potential assassination of Khamenei could destabilize the Iranian regime, potentially leading to a harder stance on nuclear weapons development. President Trump remains hopeful for negotiations between Israel and Iran, expressing optimism via his Truth Social platform about a forthcoming peace agreement.
The situation has intensified following missile strikes on Israeli territory, resulting in numerous casualties. Israeli forces have expanded their military operations, targeting Iranian positions, including a refueling plane at Mashhad airport. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) claims to be working towards air superiority over Iran, while Iran continues its retaliatory strikes.
In Israel, the violence has led to significant destruction and loss of life, with rescue operations underway in affected areas. Meanwhile, Iran has accused Israel of orchestrating car bombings in Tehran, further fueling the conflict.
The UK has evacuated families of its diplomats from Iran, while Russia has announced plans to withdraw its embassy staff due to the escalating violence. Iran has vowed to intensify its counterattacks, with both nations exchanging long-range strikes, raising concerns of a wider conflict.
As the situation develops, global leaders and officials are calling for calm and seeking diplomatic solutions to prevent further escalation.
