Former U.S. President Donald Trump says Iranian actors want to assassinate him, adding that he believes he is the primary target. Reporting from The Independent and Yahoo UK News describes Trump making the comments to the effect that “Iran scum” are seeking to kill him and that he views himself as “the No. 1 target.”
The articles also situate the remarks in the context of Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, during which he was described as being feared by some officials or observers to be a target for Iranian agents. Across the sources provided, the core elements remain consistent: Trump publicly alleges an assassination threat from Iran and emphasizes his personal status as the leading target.
The excerpts do not include details from U.S. or Iranian authorities verifying the claim, nor do they provide specific evidence, timing, or the individuals allegedly involved. The reports focus on Trump’s statements and the broader claim that he faced a heightened risk during his campaign period.
