Iran has reassured the Joe Biden administration that it has no plans to kill former President Donald Trump, according to a recent report by the NY Times. The communication was made through an intermediary in an effort to ease tensions between the two countries. The message comes after the US issued a warning to Iran in September, stating that any attempt on Mr. Trump’s life would be considered an act of war. This warning was prompted by concerns over potential Iranian retaliation for the killing of Iranian General Qassim Suleimani in 2020, ordered by then-President Donald Trump.
While US officials had suggested that Iran may seek revenge by targeting Mr. Trump, an Iranian official and analyst confirmed that Iran’s message focused on pursuing justice for Suleimani’s death through legal means rather than violence. The message was reportedly sent by Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The meeting between Elon Musk and Iran’s ambassador to the UN was also noted as part of efforts to reduce tensions between the US and Iran.
The exchange of messages between the two countries, conducted through the Swiss embassy in Tehran, highlights the ongoing diplomatic challenges faced by the US and Iran. Despite recent discussions and reassurances, tensions between the two nations remain high, with unresolved issues such as Iran’s nuclear program and the swapping of detainees still casting a shadow over diplomatic relations. Iran’s denial of plans to target Donald Trump marks a potential turning point in US-Iran relations, as both nations navigate a delicate path forward under President Joe Biden’s administration.
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