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Assassination Attempt on Netanyahu Family Member Foiled at Last Minute
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By מאיר גלבוע
First reported by Srugim · Jul 18, 2026
What happened
Israeli security foiled a last-minute assassination attempt on a Netanyahu family member after intelligence revealed the plot, following heightened threats linked to Iran and terror groups. The incident was disclosed by a security official but lacks official confirmation.
- 01An assassination attempt on a Netanyahu family member was stopped at the last moment due to intelligence gathering.
- 02The attempt occurred after the killing of Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, involving undisclosed security details.
- 03The October 2024 Hezbollah drone strike on Netanyahu's home is referenced as related context.
- 04Cabinet approved lifetime security for Netanyahu's wife and extended protection for their sons amid high threat levels.
- 05No official details have been released about the targeted family member or the thwarted attack.
- 06Security officials have not publicly confirmed the incident yet.
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