Iranian state television has aired a threatening message targeting President Donald Trump, featuring an image from a failed assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13, 2024. The broadcast displayed a banner with Trump’s image and the ominous text, “This time, the bullet won’t miss.” The image referenced an incident where a gunman fired at Trump during a campaign rally, grazing his ear and resulting in one death and several injuries. The attacker, identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks, was killed by Secret Service agents.
The threat comes amid heightened tensions between the United States and Iran. President Trump has warned of potential strikes against Iranian nuclear sites and expressed support for anti-regime protesters in Iran. The unrest in Iran has led to over 2,500 deaths, according to rights groups, and has been met with a harsh government crackdown.
The Iranian broadcast has raised concerns about further escalation between the two nations. U.S. authorities have previously charged individuals linked to Iran with plotting against Trump, and officials remain wary of potential retaliation for the 2020 U.S. drone strike that killed Iranian General Qasem Soleimani.
While Iran’s government has not officially claimed responsibility for the threat, the message is seen as a direct challenge to the U.S. and President Trump. The situation remains tense, with ongoing protests in Iran and international concern over the potential for conflict.
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