Trump leaves instructions for bombing campaign if Iran succeeds in assassination plot

U.S.-Iran Security and Foreign Policy·Latest event July 11, 2026

Jul 10

Trump leaves instructions for bombing campaign if Iran succeeds in assassination plot

Intelligence reports indicate Iran is plotting to assassinate Trump in retaliation for the 2020 killing of Qassem Soleimani. These threats against Trump raise questions about how Washington should respond to foreign assassination plots. An FBI agent noted Iranian desires to kill Trump are not surprising given the conflict's history. Trump stated he left instructions for a military response if an assassination attempt against him succeeds. He told the Washington Post he authorized a bombing campaign at levels the country has never seen. Trump identified Iran as his number one target and warned of severe consequences if any attack occurs.

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