Archive · 2 Aug 2025
Iranian Clerics Call for Trump's Assassination, Citing Soleimani Killing
A large group of Iranian religious leaders has called for the assassination of former US President Donald Trump, claiming his death is justified.
This is because of Trump ordering the killing of a top Iranian military leader in 2020.
The clerics, including some with high positions in Iran's government, said Trump's life and possessions are permissible to take.
This comes after threats against Iran's leaders.
The situation shows a high level of tension between Iran and its adversaries.
Over 2,000 Iranian clerics called for the assassination of Donald Trump.
The clerics declared Trump's blood and wealth 'halal,' making his killing permissible.
This call for assassination is in response to the 2020 killing of Iranian military officer Qasem Soleimani.
Signatories included prominent figures appointed by Iran's Supreme Leader.
This follows threats against Iranian leaders, including a reported assassination attempt by Israel.
- Who
- Over 2,000 Iranian clerics, including figures appointed by Iran's Supreme Leader.
- What
- Iranian clerics called for the assassination of Donald Trump.
- When
- The statement was issued on Friday (August 1) according to Iran International.
- Where
- Iran.
- Why
- In response to the killing of Qasem Soleimani and threats between Iran and its adversaries.
Iran's Stance
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Justification for Assassination
Iran's Stance
Assassination of political figures is permissible to avenge prior actions.
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- Target
- Donald Trump
- Motivations
- Retaliation for Qasem Soleimani's killing
- Signatories
- Iranian Clerics
- Location
- Iran
- Key Figure Targeted
- Donald Trump