Archive · 27 Jun 2025
Israel Sought to Assassinate Khamenei, Defence Minister Says
After a recent conflict, Israel's Defence Minister said they tried to kill Iran's top leader, Khamenei, but couldn't.
He said they didn't have a good chance to do it.
The minister also claimed that Khamenei hid during the conflict.
He added that Israel has approval from Trump to attack Iran again if needed.
The minister also believes Iran won't be able to rebuild its nuclear sites after the attack.
Israeli Defence Minister stated Israel attempted to assassinate Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei.
Katz claimed the assassination attempt failed due to lack of opportunity.
Katz said Khamenei went 'underground' during the conflict, though Khamenei released video messages.
Katz asserted Israel has 'green lights' from Trump for future strikes on Iran.
Katz believes Iran will not restore nuclear facilities after the attack.
- Who
- Israel's Defence Minister, Ali Khamenei.
- What
- Israel's Defence Minister said Israel attempted to assassinate Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
- When
- During and after a 12-day war between Israel and Iran.
- Where
- Not explicitly stated in the article.
- Why
- Not explicitly stated in the article.
Israeli Claims
Iranian Response
Khamenei's Activity
Israeli Claims
Khamenei went underground during the war
Iranian Response
Khamenei released video messages during the war.
- Person
- Ali Khamenei
- Position
- Supreme Leader of Iran
- Person
- Israel Katz
- Position
- Israeli Defence Minister
- Country
- Israel
- Event
- 12-day war
Sources
Israel says Iran’s Supreme Leader avoided assassination by going underground
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US Defense Secretary unaware of Iran moving highly enriched uranium ahead of strikes
“US gained nothing,” says Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei on the recent attacks on Iran