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Trump leaves standing order to destroy Iran if he is assassinated; here's who decides US' next move

A warning by US President Donald Trump that Iran would face an unprecedented military response if it assassinated him has renewed questions over how the United States would react in such a situation. However, constitutional procedures make it clear that any response would depend on the next commander-in-chief rather than an automatic military order.
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Korea Times News
· Jun 28, 2026
Iran, US step up attacks and threaten to escalate
Iran, US step up attacks and threaten to escalate
World Israel News
· Jun 28, 2026
Trump threatens to destroy Islamic Republic if Iran continues attacks
President Trump says US may have to 'complete the job' in Iran, warning that a new American campaign there will mark the end of the Islamic Republic. The post Trump threatens to destroy Islamic Republic if Iran continues attacks appeared first on World Israel News.
Independent Journal Review
· Jul 10, 2026
Trump Says to ‘Bomb Them’ If Assassinated
President Donald Trump has left instructions to be carried out if Iran succeeds in assassinating him. “ bomb them at levels that they’ve never seen before.”
The Tribune
· Jul 10, 2026
‘Bomb them’: Trump says he has ‘left instructions’ if Iran assassinates him
US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) said that he has left instructions to launch a massive military action against Iran, if Tehran succeeds in the plan of assassinating him, while stressing that the country would be bombed at levels they have never seen before, New York Post reported.
Iran Herald
· Jun 23, 2026
"Will do what I have to do": Trump says preventing Iranian nuclear weapon "supersedes" depression risk
Washington DC [US], June 23 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Monday said he would take necessary action if Iran fails to adhere to any agreement following the conclusion of the initial round of technical talks in Switzerland, stressing that preventing Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon is more important than concerns over global economic fallout, including the risk of a worldwide depression.Speaking durin
Off The Press
· Jul 10, 2026
Trump says he’s ‘left instructions’ should Iran succeed in assassinating him
President Trump on Friday told The Post he has “left instructions” should Iran succeed in their plots to assassinate him — and there’ll be hell to pay. “I’ve been on their list for a long time. That’s what we’re dealing with,” he said. “ The only thing is, I’ve left instructions — if anything happens, []...Click to read more
The Hill
· Jul 10, 2026
Trump 'left instructions' to bomb Iran 'at levels that they've never seen' if he's assassinated
President Trump on Friday claimed he has left instructions to bomb Iran “at levels that they’ve never seen before” should Tehran assassinate him. “I’ve been on their list for a long time. That’s what we’re dealing with,” he told the New York Post. “The only thing is, I’ve left instructions — if anything happens, to...
Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 7, 2026
Iran akan diserang lagi jika usaha diplomatik gagal – Trump
WASHINGTON: Presiden Amerika Syarikat (AS), Donald Trump, berkata, negara itu kekal komited untuk merundingkan perjanjian mengenai program nuklear Iran. Namun, Trump memberi amaran bahawa tindakan ketenteraan masih menjadi pilihan jika usaha diplomatik gagal dan menegaskan Teheran tidak boleh memiliki senjata nuklear. “Kita sama ada akan mencapai satu perjanjian atau kita akan menyelesaikan tugas itu. Okey, ... Read more The post Iran akan diserang lagi jika usaha diplomatik gagal – Trump appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
Anadolu Agency
· Jun 22, 2026
South Korea mapping country-specific post-war reconstruction needs in Middle East
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Informed Comment
· Jun 27, 2026
Israel’s ‘campaign between the wars’ against Iran hurts US Ties
How strategy to contain Iran and its allies risks further straining ties with US
Latestly.com
· Jul 5, 2026
What Trump Meant by ‘One Shot’ Remark As Iran Holds Funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
US President Donald Trump said Washington could eliminate Iran's remaining leadership with 'one shot' but would not because it wants negotiations with Tehran to continue. His remarks came during funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, prompting a sharp response from Iran. Thousands attended the funeral as Iranian officials warned the US and Israel against further military action.
Afghanistan Sun
· Jul 9, 2026
Trump declares himself Irans number one target
The US president warned that he may be gone as a result of a potential assassination attemptUS President Donald Trump has warned he could be assassinated by Iran, claiming that Tehran considers him its number one target. His comments came as a tentative ceasefire between Washington and Tehran collapsed, with fighting flaring up anew around the Strait of Hormuz.Trump made the remarks at
MS NOW
· Jul 11, 2026
Trump vows U.S. will ‘decimate’ Iran if it attempts to assassinate him
And Iran’s supreme leader, who has not been seen since the war began, responded by threatening to “avenge” his father’s death. The post Trump vows U.S. will ‘decimate’ Iran if it attempts to assassinate him appeared first on MS NOW.
BRICS News
· Jul 4, 2026
JUST IN: 🇺🇸🇮🇷 President Trump says US has no intention of killing Iranian leadership.
JUST IN: President Trump says US has no intention of killing Iranian leadership.@BRICSNews
AllSides
· Jul 11, 2026
Trump tells The Post he's 'left instructions' should Iran assassinate him: 'Bomb them at levels' never seen before
President Trump on Friday told The Post he has left instructions should Iran succeed in their plots to assassinate him — and there'll be hell to pay.
The Young Turks
· Jun 28, 2026
BREAKING: US ATTACKS IRAN! NEW ROUND OF BOMBING!
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Investing.com
· Jul 8, 2026
Analysis-Trump wants to leave the Iran war behind. That won’t happen soon
Analysis-Trump wants to leave the Iran war behind. That won’t happen soon
Al Jazeera
· Jul 11, 2026
Iran war live: Trump threatens to ‘decimate’ Iran if it tries to kill him
US president says orders given to 'decimate and destroy all areas of Iran' if he is assassinated
Disclose.tv
· Jul 10, 2026
[Media] NEW - Trump gives military orders, that if Iran assassinates him, to "just litera [...]
NEW - Trump gives military orders, that if Iran assassinates him, to just literally bomb them at levels that they’ve never seen before.Read here: https://www.disclose.tv/id/hyupuxcdg7/@disclosetvDisclose.tvTrump says he's 'left instructions' should Iran assassinate himBreaking news from around the world.
UPI
· Jun 29, 2026
Reports: U.S., Iran agree to halt attacks following escalation
Reports: U.S., Iran agree to halt attacks following escalation
BOL News
· Jul 10, 2026
US says technical talks with Iran continue despite airstrikes, Trump declaring ceasefire over
WASHINGTON: The United States will engage in “technical talks” with Iran and remains committed to finding a diplomatic solution to the conflict, despite the two countries trading airstrikes in recent days, a U.S. official said Thursday. The official said President Donald Trump had made his position clear and characterized Iran’s attacks on commercial vessels as ... Read more The post US says technical talks with Iran continue despite airstrikes, Trump declaring ceasefire over appeared first on BOL News.
NDTV
· Jul 6, 2026
Trump's "Finish The Job" Warning To Iran Amid Peace Talks
Donald Trump on Monday said the United States would either reach a deal with Iran or finish the job, while asserting that Washington has the capability to cripple Tehran's critical infrastructure if...
Middle East Eye
· Jun 21, 2026
Trump threatens to strike Iran over support for Hezbollah
Trump threatens to strike Iran over support for Hezbollah President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the US would resume attacks on Iran unless Tehran can keep its ally Hezbollah in Lebanon from carrying out attacks. Iran must immediately stop their highly paid PROXIES in Lebanon from causing trouble, Trump wrote on Truth Social. If they don’t, we’ll hit Iran very hard again, just like we did last week, only harder!!!
TRT World
· Jul 9, 2026
IRGC strikes Gulf after US attacks kill at least 14 in Iran
The US and Iran exchanged another round of attacks, as President Trump says Iran is eager to negotiate despite ongoing military escalation. Rising oil price concerns and domestic political pressure in the US continue to cloud the prospects for a lasting peace. Our North America Correspondent Jon Brain reports.
Russia Today
· Jul 11, 2026
Trump threatens to ‘destroy’ Iran over assassination fears
Donald Trump has threatened to destroy Iran if Tehran attempts to assassinate him, saying the US military already has orders to retaliate Read Full Article at RT.com
Sky News Australia
· Jul 10, 2026
‘Number one on kill list’: Israel warns US of new Iranian plot to kill Trump
Israeli intelligence has revealed plans out of Iran to assassinate US President Donald Trump. It complicates an already delicate negotiation process between the United States and Iran, as Mr Trump declares on social media that any ceasefire is over. “I’m number one on the kill list for Iran,” Mr Trump said.
Haaretz
· Jun 26, 2026
U.S. attack 'will lead to retreat and regret', senior Iranian lawmaker says
U.S. attack 'will lead to retreat and regret', senior Iranian lawmaker says
All Israel News
· Jul 10, 2026
WATCH VIDEO: TEHRAN TARGETS TRUMP FOR ASSASSINATION — it’s time for Trump to end Iran threat once and for all
WATCH VIDEO: TEHRAN TARGETS TRUMP FOR ASSASSINATION — it’s time for Trump to end Iran threat once and for all
JFeed
· Jul 6, 2026
Negotiate or Face Annihilation: Trump Signals Quick Military Endgame if Iranian Leadership Rejects Accord
President Donald Trump has delivered a massive ultimatum to Iranian leadership directly from the Oval Office, warning that the United States will swiftly finish the job if diplomacy fails.
Al-Monitor
· Jul 6, 2026
Trump says there will either be a deal with Iran or US will 'finish the job'
By Bo Erickson, Steve Holland and Elwely ElwellyWASHINGTON, July 6 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Monday the United States would either reach a deal with Iran or finish the job, renewing his threat of military action as Tehran projects defiance following the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.Indirect U.S.-Iran talks ended last week without any public sign of headway toward a lasting peace, despite a 60-day ceasefire intended to create space for diplomacy following the U.S. and Israeli strikes that triggered the conflict.
The Independent
· Jul 9, 2026
Why Trump desperately needs Nato’s help to get out of his mess in Iran
Despite launching a new wave of strikes, Washington knows that there is no military solution to break the deadlock in talks with Tehran. Daniel Keane argues that it is time for other countries to help Trump find a solution
9 News Australia
· Jul 11, 2026
Trump reveals assassination contingency plan | 9 News Australia
Donald Trump says he’s left instructions on what the US military should do if he’s assassinated by Iran. #9News
India TV News
· Jul 10, 2026
Trump reveals backup plan in response to Iran's assassination plot: 'Bomb them like never before'
US President Donald Trump has claimed that he has left instructions for the United States to launch an unprecedented military response against Iran if Tehran succeeds in assassinating him, saying the country would be bombed at levels that they've never seen before.
Ya Libnan
· Jul 11, 2026
Live: Mojtaba Khamenei vows to avenge slain father as Trump threatens to ‘decimate’ Iran
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei said on Saturday that avenging his slain predecessor and father was “the demand of the nation” and “must certainly” take place, according to a written message released on his Telegram account. President Donald Trump earlier said the United States would “completely decimate” Iran if it attempted, or succeeded in, []
The Daily Wire
· Jul 10, 2026
Trump Reveals His Plan If Iran Assassinates Him
President Donald Trump said Friday that he left instructions for a significant military response if Iran succeeds in carrying out its long-running threats to assassinate him. “I’ve been on their list for a long time. That’s what we’re dealing with,” Trump told the New York Post. “The only thing is, I’ve left instructions — if ...
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