– Iran’s Islamist leadership has remained silent on the attempted assassination of former US President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania.
– Iran had previously threatened revenge against Trump for ordering the 2020 drone strike that killed General Qassem Soleimani.
– Iranian state media covered the attack but also amplified conspiracy theories questioning if it really happened.
– The US has increased Trump’s security in recent weeks due to an alleged Iranian assassination plot, according to intelligence from a human source.
– An expert is quoted saying Iranian leaders may be restraining comments due to fears the incident could boost Trump’s election prospects if he seeks office again. However, emboldening by actions of China, Russia and Biden’s administration also factor in.
Source: VOA News
