Trump says U.S. will 'completely obliterate' Iran if assassinated

Former U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning, threatening to "completely obliterate" Iran should the Islamic Republic attempt to assassinate him. The former president conveyed this threat via his social media platform, Truth Social, stating that "1,000 missiles are ready to be fired and are aimed at the Islamic Republic of Iran." He declared that if the Iranian government carries out its proclaimed threat to assassinate the sitting U.S. president, he would retaliate with full force.

Trump's statement escalates the existing rhetorical tension between the two nations. The threat comes amid alleged Iranian plans to target the former president. The Pentagon has reportedly received directives on how to respond if Iran follows through on its alleged threats against Trump.

In response to Trump's ultimatum, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated on Saturday that Tehran "has kept its word" concerning a ceasefire with the United States. However, he also criticized the U.S. Treasury Secretary, accusing him of violating a memorandum of understanding. Araghchi's remarks were made on the social media platform X.

This exchange highlights the volatile relationship between the United States and Iran. Trump's aggressive rhetoric signals a potential for severe military action, while Iran maintains its adherence to previous agreements while simultaneously engaging in diplomatic criticism.