Netanyahu Reveals Iran Tried to Assassinate One of His Sons

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu disclosed in a live broadcast on Channel 14 that Iran attempted to assassinate one of his two sons. This information had been under censorship for months and was only recently permitted for public release. Netanyahu did not specify which son was targeted or provide further details about the assassination attempt.

The revelation comes amid ongoing discussions about expanding the security detail for Netanyahu's family. According to a report by Channel 12, Shin Bet chief David Zini plans to recommend to the Ministerial Committee on Shin Bet Affairs extending the security protection for Netanyahu's wife, Sara, and their two sons, Yair and Avner, for five years regardless of the upcoming election results. Channel 13 reported that the extension could potentially be lifelong.

This proposed security expansion contrasts with the views of some Shin Bet and National Security Council professionals, who acknowledge the significant threats but argue that a predetermined five-year extension is disproportionate and not professionally justified. Journalist Yaron Avraham reported that Sara Netanyahu lobbied security officials to support a prolonged security arrangement, citing substantial threats against the family.

Aside from Netanyahu's statement, no additional information about the assassination attempt has been disclosed at this time.