U.S. officials have reported concerns based on intelligence that Iran may be plotting to assassinate former President Donald Trump. This allegation has led to heightened security measures for Trump, particularly following an incident in Pennsylvania that intensified worries about his safety.
According to CNN, there is currently no direct evidence linking Iran to the individual who attacked Trump. In response to the U.S. claims, Iran has vehemently denied any involvement, dismissing the accusations as baseless.
A spokesperson from Iran’s permanent mission to the United Nations commented on the situation, highlighting that Iran views Trump as culpable for the assassination of General Soleimani and advocates for legal proceedings against him, preferring legal resolutions over violent retaliation.
Amidst these tensions, U.S. authorities remain apprehensive that Iran might seek revenge for General Soleimani’s assassination, which Trump authorized during his presidency.
In a related development, the U.S. Secret Service is under significant scrutiny for security lapses associated with the attack on Trump. President Joe Biden has responded by inquiring how the assailant managed to access a rooftop close to the secured area, aiming to address and rectify any failures in presidential security protocols.