Iranian Media Calls for Assassinations of Trump and Netanyahu, Offers $100 Million Reward

The Iranian hardline newspaper Kayhan openly called for the assassination of U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The paper demanded public revenge for the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, describing ongoing negotiations with the U.S. as "shameful" and "meaningless" while accusing Washington of threatening Iran despite the killing of their "Imam." Kayhan stated that "Trump and Netanyahu must not remain alive" and announced a reward exceeding $100 million for anyone who assassinates the U.S. president. The newspaper also endorsed attacks on military bases, embassies, and American companies worldwide as the only way to "restore balance."

Additionally, Iranian parliament member Mojtaba Zarei called for the death of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, criticizing his meeting with Trump at the NATO summit in Turkey. Zarei condemned Erdogan for hosting the "murderer of the tortured Imam" during funeral ceremonies in Iran and Iraq, expressing a wish to be a brave Turkish citizen capable of eliminating Erdogan in Ankara. He invoked a divine curse on Erdogan and his allies, labeling them traitors.

These statements reflect escalating rhetoric from Iranian hardliners against U.S., Israeli, and Turkish leaders amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. The calls for assassination and violent retaliation underscore the deep hostility toward perceived enemies of Iran's regime. No official Iranian government response was noted. The situation remains volatile as diplomatic efforts continue to face severe challenges.