U.S. AND TURKISH INTELLIGENCE FOUND ISRAELI WARNING ABOUT IRAN PLOT TO ASSASSINATE TRUMP IN TURKEY WAS UNFOUNDED AXIOS REPORT
U.S. and Turkish intelligence agencies reportedly concluded that intelligence shared by Israel, which claimed that Iran was planning to assassinate former U.S. President Donald Trump inside Turkey, was based on speculation and lacked credible evidence, according to a report by Axios, citing sources familiar with the matter.
The Israeli intelligence warning had raised concerns among American and Turkish security officials, prompting reviews by intelligence agencies from both countries. However, after examining the information, U.S. and Turkish officials reportedly determined that the alleged Iranian assassination plot could not be verified and appeared to be an unsubstantiated assessment rather than an active threat.
The report highlights growing tensions between Washington, Tehran, and Tel Aviv, as intelligence-sharing between allies has become increasingly sensitive amid escalating regional conflicts and political disputes.
U.S. security agencies have previously taken multiple precautions to protect Trump and other senior American officials from potential foreign threats, particularly following heightened tensions with Iran.
Neither Israeli, U.S., nor Turkish authorities have publicly confirmed the details of the reported intelligence assessment, and Iran has repeatedly denied allegations that it has planned attacks against American political figures.