President Donald Trump said on July 8 that the United States would destroy Iran if it attempted to assassinate him, adding that military orders were in place for a possible year‑long operation. The remark followed reports that U.S. intelligence shared specific information with Israel about an alleged Iranian plot to assassinate Trump, and after Iran held a public funeral for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, which had heightened fears of renewed conflict. Qatari officials traveled to Iran to meet with Iranian representatives in an effort to de‑escalate tensions and prepare for broader negotiations, a source told Reuters, with U.S. involvement. Trump posted the statement on his Truth Social account, saying the United States was ready, willing, and able to carry out sustained military action against Iran for up to one year, extendable if necessary. He emphasized that the orders had already been given. No immediate response was issued by Iranian officials, and state media did not comment on the threat. Yesterday, U.S. media reported that American and Israeli intelligence agencies had disclosed a new and specific plan by Iran to target Trump, according to the reports. The situation remains tense, with diplomatic channels open but no clear resolution in sight.