Netanyahu's son evacuated from US after assassination threats

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s son was evacuated from the United States after Israeli intelligence received word of an assassination threat.

Netanyahu's son evacuated from US after assassination threats

TL;DR

  • Yair Netanyahu, son of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, was evacuated from Miami, Florida, to Israel.
  • The evacuation was prompted by a "significant threat" to his life, according to the Shin Bet intelligence agency.
  • Shin Bet personnel were diverted from accompanying President Isaac Herzog in New York to assist with the operation.
  • The Prime Minister stated that Iran targeted his son for assassination.
  • Concerns about Iranian assassination attempts against U.S. and Israeli figures have risen.
  • Guard-linked media have recently released videos detailing how to assassinate Melania and Barron Trump.
  • Yair Netanyahu has remained active on social media, known for controversial commentary.