Iran’s state-linked newspaper has called for Trump’s assassination as military tensions escalate and Iran’s Supreme Leader places armed forces on high alert following the president’s threats of bombing if nuclear negotiations fail.
Top Takeaways
- Iran’s Kayhan newspaper, considered the voice of Supreme Leader Khamenei, has explicitly called for Trump’s assassination in retaliation for the 2020 killing of General Qassem Soleimani
- Trump has instructed his team to “obliterate” Iran if he is assassinated and threatened bombing if Iran refuses to negotiate on nuclear issues
- Iran has placed its military on “full alert” and is preparing missile installations in response to potential US strikes
- Evidence suggests Iran is accelerating its nuclear weapons program, developing warheads capable of reaching targets over 1,800 miles away
- The US has deployed strategic B-2 bombers to Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, signaling military readiness
Iran’s State Media Calls for Trump’s Assassination
A major Iranian newspaper with direct ties to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has issued an explicit death threat against President Donald Trump. Kayhan newspaper, widely considered the mouthpiece of Iran’s supreme leader, published an article calling for bullets to be “fired into that empty skull of his.” The threatening language represents a significant escalation in Iran’s long-standing vow to avenge the January 2020 US drone strike that killed Lt. Gen. Qassem Soleimani, then-commander of Iran’s elite Quds Force.
The inflammatory rhetoric follows Trump’s public statements threatening military action against Iran if the country refuses to negotiate on nuclear issues. According to Jason Brodsky, policy director at United Against Nuclear Iran, “Kayhan has repeatedly threatened to assassinate President Trump for years. Kayhan’s editor Hossein Shariatmadari is a personal representative of Iran’s supreme leader.”
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Military Tensions Reach Critical Level
Iran has placed its armed forces on “high alert” following Trump’s threats of bombing if Tehran refuses to negotiate on nuclear issues. The Iranian Supreme Leader has reportedly ordered the military to prepare for potential conflict, including withdrawing forces from Yemen to focus on homeland defense. According to multiple sources, Iran is setting up missile installations in underground facilities and preparing for possible US strikes. These military preparations underscore the seriousness with which Iran views the current situation.
Trump has made his position clear, stating he’s left instructions for massive retaliation if Iran attempts to assassinate him. The president stated, “If they don’t make a deal, there will be bombing. But there’s a chance that if they don’t make a deal, that I will do secondary tariffs on them like I did four years ago.”
Nuclear Program Acceleration and Regional Warnings
Intelligence reports suggest Iran is accelerating its nuclear weapons development, with warheads reportedly being developed at sites in Shahrud, Semnan, and Sorkheh Hesar. These weapons are allegedly capable of reaching targets over 1,800 miles away, putting much of Europe and the Middle East within range. The nuclear program appears to incorporate North Korean technology, a concerning development for US and Israeli security officials who have reportedly been coordinating on potential joint military action.
Iran has also issued stark warnings to Persian Gulf nations against supporting any US military action, stating such support would be considered an act of hostility with “severe consequences.” While refusing direct negotiations with the US, Tehran has indicated openness to indirect talks through Omani mediation, but insists on the lifting of Trump’s “maximum pressure” sanctions before any meaningful discussions can take place. Russia has meanwhile condemned US military threats against Iran as “unacceptable,” calling for restraint from all parties.
US Military Positioning
The United States has deployed strategic B-2 stealth bombers to Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, positioning these advanced aircraft within striking distance of Iran. This military posturing represents a clear willingness to follow through on Trump’s threats if necessary. Federal authorities are also reportedly monitoring Iranian threats against Trump and other US officials with increased vigilance, taking the assassination rhetoric seriously in light of previous Iranian plots against American officials.
The situation remains highly volatile, with both sides making preparations for potential military confrontation while maintaining some diplomatic channels through third parties. Iran continues to demand the complete lifting of US sanctions as a precondition for nuclear talks, while American officials insist on Iranian compliance with nuclear restrictions first. With military assets being positioned by both nations and increasingly hostile rhetoric being exchanged, concerns about an unintended escalation into open conflict are growing among regional observers and international security experts.
Sources:
- State-controlled Iranian newspaper calls for firing bullets into Trump’s ‘empty skull’
- Threat to KILL Trump appears in official Iran paper & Ayatollah places military on ‘full alert’ amid fears of US strike
- Iran Puts Army on High Alert Over US Threats: Report
