{
  "type": "article",
  "title": "Is Donald Trump in Danger? Israeli Intel on Iran and the US Military Response",
  "summary": "Israeli intelligence has reportedly warned the US of an alleged Iranian plot to assassinate Donald Trump, fueling questions about the timing of recent US airstrikes and regional escalation.",
  "content": "Iran has allegedly prepared a fresh blueprint to assassinate Donald Trump, intelligence that Israel reportedly shared with the US. Following these warnings, Donald Trump has hardened his rhetoric, branding the Iranian leadership as 'dirty' and 'evil.' In the aftermath of these claims, the US launched airstrikes on more than 80 locations across Iran on the night of July 7-8.\n\nIs There an Active Iranian Plot?\nOn July 9, reports emerged suggesting that Israel had alerted US authorities to a specific Iranian plan targeting Donald Trump. While intelligence inputs regarding threats to Donald Trump were already circulating within US agencies, officials indicated that the Israeli warning pointed to a unique and distinct plot. The intelligence, reportedly shared earlier that week, has reignited debate over whether these inputs served as the direct catalyst for the subsequent military escalation.\n\nThe Context Behind the Strikes\nWhile no definitive public evidence links the intelligence directly to the decision to bomb Iran, the timeline remains suspicious. While in Turkiye on July 7, Donald Trump declared the peace process with Iran effectively 'over,' shifting from his previous stance of calling them 'intelligent' negotiators to labeling them 'evil.' Donald Trump has stated he is at the 'top of their kill list.' Following the US strikes on July 8, Donald Trump emphasized his precarious security position, later confirming his belief that he is a primary target. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reached out to Donald Trump via phone on July 9, while reports indicate that although US forces prepared for further action, back-channel diplomacy remains active.\n\nIsrael’s Strategic Influence\nThe pattern of intelligence sharing by Israel prior to major US strikes on Iran has been consistent over the last two years. In June 2025, Israel successfully convinced Donald Trump that Iran was aggressively pursuing nuclear weapons, leading to strikes on Iranian facilities. During a February 11 meeting at the White House, Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly presented a one-hour case arguing that military action would be the most effective way to address Iranian aggression, a narrative that eventually shifted Donald Trump from his initial reluctance.\n\nThe Economic and Military Costs\nCritics argue that following Israel's lead has cost the US dearly across multiple domains. Pentagon records reveal that the first six days of the campaign cost the US $11.3 billion, with total war expenditure now exceeding ₹10 lakh crore. Domestically, petrol prices surged by up to 40%. The military toll includes 42 lost aircraft, notably four F-15E fighter jets and 30 MQ-9 Reaper drones, alongside damage to the US FP132 radar, THAAD, and Patriot air defense systems. Consequently, Donald Trump's approval rating has plummeted from 52% in January to 39% by July 10, accompanied by widespread 'No Kings' protests.\n\nA History of Threats\nThreats against Donald Trump have been persistent since the 2020 killing of Iranian General Qasem Soleimani. From the 2022 video on the official website of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to the July 2024 assassination attempt in Pennsylvania by Thomas Matthew Crooks, the tension has remained high. Legal proceedings involving Asif Merchant in July 2024 and Farhad Shakeri in November 2024 suggest ongoing attempts to target the former leader. Despite the rhetoric from various Iranian officials and cleric-led campaigns like 'Blood Pact,' the government under President Masoud Pezeshkian has occasionally sought to distance itself from these extra-official calls for violence.\n\nWhat this means for you\n• Across India: Escalating tensions in the Middle East could directly lead to volatility in crude oil prices and increased import costs for India.\n• In the US: High war spending and rising petrol prices are significantly increasing the cost of living for American citizens.\n\nQuestions & Answers\n\n1. Did Israel really warn the US about an alleged plot to assassinate Donald Trump?\nYes, according to media reports, Israeli intelligence shared information with the US regarding an alleged Iranian plan to target Donald Trump.\n\n2. What Iranian plots against Donald Trump have been mentioned?\nSince the 2020 killing of Qasem Soleimani, there have been various threats, including fatwas, discussion of drone strikes, and recent intelligence reports regarding monitoring and assassination plans.\n\n3. How many sites did the US strike in Iran recently?\nThe US carried out airstrikes on more than 80 locations in Iran on the night of July 7-8.\n\n4. What has been the economic cost to the US for the ongoing military conflict with Iran?\nAccording to the Pentagon, the first six days alone cost $11.3 billion, with total expenditure on the conflict exceeding ₹10 lakh crore.",
  "url": "https://trendkia.com/en/investigations/kya-donald-trump-ki-jana-ko-khatara-hai-iran-ko-lekara-isreali-khuphiya-janakari-aura-america-ka-sainya-rukha-6571",
  "category": "Investigations",
  "publishedAt": "2026-07-10",
  "tags": [
    "Donald Trump",
    "Iran",
    "Israel",
    "Benjamin Netanyahu",
    "USA",
    "Geopolitics",
    "Security"
  ],
  "language": "en",
  "site": "TrendKia"
}