Netanyahu Reveals Iran Tried to Assassinate One of His Sons, Prompting Tight Security

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu disclosed in a live interview on Monday that Iran attempted to assassinate one of his sons. This revelation, previously censored due to security restrictions, explains the stringent protection measures around his family. Netanyahu emphasized that the security is not a matter of personal preference but a response to a real threat, stating, "Iran tried to kill one of my sons, so the security around them is not a luxury."

He further revealed that he personally contacted the head of the Shin Bet security service to ensure his family receives the legally mandated protection. "I spoke with the head of Shin Bet and requested that they provide the appropriate security that is due to the family under the law," Netanyahu said.

This disclosure follows months during which the existence of the threat and related details were prohibited from publication. Despite Netanyahu's public statement, many critical details remain classified under censorship orders, leaving much of the full context and circumstances surrounding the Iranian threat and the resulting security decisions undisclosed.

The announcement adds a new dimension to the public debate about the security arrangements for the Prime Minister's family, particularly given ongoing Iranian threats and the activities of Iranian intelligence and terrorist groups targeting Israelis and senior officials abroad.