Tensions simmering between Israel and Iran: speculation around possible U.S. intervention by Trump
Farewell Speech, Retaliation Threats, and Middle Eastern Tensions
It's the final chapter for now, as Ayatollah Ali Khamenei delivers his official farewell message, promising retaliation against Israeli strikes. The Israeli authorities have allegedly set their sights on Khamenei, aiming to take him out, but is the U.S. on board with this strategy? Let's debunk the mystery.
On the Hunt for a Permanent Settlement
After a hasty exit from the G7 summit in Canada, President Donald Trump shares his thoughts mid-flight: "We're hunting for something more than a ceasefire. An end. A genuine end. Not just a ceasefire." Is Trump banking on reaching a deal to dismantle Iran's nuclear program, or is he ready to wage war against Iran? The answer remains a whirlwind of speculation, with the U.S. beefing up its military presence in the region, boasting two dozen aircraft and an aircraft carrier since the weekend.
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The U.S. Stance Decoded
Here's the lowdown on the U.S. stance on the matter. In June 2025, reports surfaced that Donald Trump vehemently opposed an Israeli plan to assassinate Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. According to insiders, Trump communicated to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that such a mission would be ill-advised, as it could further stir regional unrest[1][2][3]. One high-ranking U.S. official commented, “Have the Iranians murdered an American yet? No. Until they do, we aren't even discussing going after the political leadership,” revealing a threshold for action that had yet to be met[2][3].
Trump's stance towards Iran has been ambiguous, marked by stringent nuclear control demands and harsh critiques of Iranian leaders. However, direct elimination by a foreign state has never been a publicly endorsed policy[5]. In this instance, the Trump administration not only rejected the assassination plan, but also sought to prevent further escalation, prioritizing dialogue and restraint amid ongoing tensions[2][3].
In conclusion, the U.S. opposition to Israeli action against Khamenei is well-documented for this particular incident, but not as a long-standing, explicit policy. Trump's approach, while tricky and challenging in tone, has yet to advocate for direct assassination by Israel.
In stark contrast to the threat of retaliation from Ayatollah Ali Khamenei following Israeli strikes, the U.S. stance on the matter has been one of caution and restraint, as revealed in June 2025 when President Donald Trump opposed an Israeli plan to assassinate Khamenei.
Whilst Trump's approach towards Iran has been firm, with stringent demands for nuclear control and critical comments about Iranian leaders, direct elimination by a foreign state has never been a publicly endorsed policy, and the Trump administration has sought to prevent further escalation, emphasizing dialogue and restraint amid ongoing tensions.
