Written by Ashton Snyder on
 February 5, 2025

Trump warns Iran against assassination with threat of obliteration

A tense exchange between former and current U.S. presidents intensifies the ongoing diplomatic crisis with Iran.

According to Daily Mail, President Donald Trump declared he has left instructions to "obliterate" Iran if the Middle Eastern nation attempts to assassinate him, following his signing of a "maximum pressure" campaign order in the Oval Office on Tuesday.

The president's warning comes amid persistent threats from Iranian leaders targeting Trump and his allies over the U.S. killing of Quds force leader Qasem Soleimani in January 2020. Trump emphasized his commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons while expressing a preference for diplomatic solutions.

Trump criticizes Biden administration's handling of Iranian threats

The former president took aim at President Joe Biden's approach to Iranian threats, questioning his predecessor's inability to issue similar stern warnings during his four-year term. Trump's administration had previously withdrawn from the Obama-era Iranian nuclear deal and authorized Soleimani's assassination at Baghdad airport.

National Security Council officials under Biden's administration had warned Iran weeks before the 2024 election that any attempt on Trump's life would be considered an act of war. This diplomatic stance, however, did not satisfy Trump, who advocated for more forceful messaging.

Trump declared his position on the matter with characteristic directness. When asked about his hesitation in signing the new order, he delivered his stark warning to Iran:

If they did that, they would be obliterated. I have left instructions. If they do it, they get obliterated, there won't be anything left.

Recent assassination attempts heighten security concerns

The president's concerns about personal safety are not unfounded, given recent events. Trump survived an assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally in July, and another attempted assassination was thwarted at his West Palm Beach golf club in September.

These incidents occurred against a backdrop of escalating tensions, including Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Khomeini, circulating an animated video depicting a drone strike on Trump at his golf course two years prior. The situation highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by current and former U.S. officials.

The relationship between Iran and the United States continues to be strained by nuclear proliferation concerns. Trump expressed worry about Iran's progress toward nuclear capability, stating they are "too close" to achieving their goals.

Security details removed amid ongoing Iranian threats

In a controversial move, Trump has begun withdrawing security protection from certain officials previously targeted by Iran. Former National Security Advisor John Bolton lost his Secret Service detail, while former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's State Department security detail was terminated.

Both Bolton and Pompeo had been under threat from Iran, with Bolton becoming a Trump critic after leaving the administration. Despite not running against Trump in the 2024 GOP primary, Pompeo has faced criticism from Trump allies for perceived disloyalty.

These security changes reflect the complex interplay between personal politics and national security concerns as the administration navigates threats from foreign actors while managing internal diplomatic relationships.

Presidential warning sets course for future relations

Donald Trump's explicit warning to Iran marks a significant escalation in the diplomatic tension between the two nations, centered around assassination threats and nuclear proliferation concerns. The president signed a maximum pressure campaign order while maintaining openness to diplomatic solutions, though his removal of security details from former officials has raised questions about the administration's approach to protecting those under Iranian threats. The situation continues to evolve as both nations navigate this complex diplomatic standoff, with implications for regional stability and international relations.

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