As mourners in Tehran waved “We will kill you” banners aimed at President Trump, the President warned Iran that any attack on him would trigger overwhelming U.S. force.
Story Highlights
- Trump said he is “number one on the kill list for Iran” and adjusted travel for security.
- Funeral crowds in Iran displayed threats and chanted for Trump’s death.
- Trump warned “a thousand missiles” would answer any assassination attempt.
- Iran’s officials issued denials, but U.S. and Israeli sources track ongoing threats.
Public Threats At Khamenei’s Funeral Put Trump In The Crosshairs
News footage from Tehran showed large crowds at Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral chanting threats against President Trump. Reporters described a banner that read, “Hey Trump we will kill you,” while others filmed chants calling for his death. These scenes followed reports that Khamenei died after strikes tied to the United States and Israel, which have fueled vows of revenge across Iran’s state-aligned media and street demonstrations. Trump later said he is “number one on the kill list for Iran”.
The most extreme banner images also included an unverified “100 million dollar bounty” message. That claim has not been confirmed by Iranian officials or independent intelligence. Video shows the wording, but there is no public decree or proof of state funding behind it. The hostile tone remains clear, but exact sponsorship of the bounty message is not proven in open sources. Funeral threats are on tape; verified state orders are not.
Trump’s Deterrent Message: ‘A Thousand Missiles Locked And Loaded’
President Trump answered the threats with a clear warning. In a Truth Social post, he said “a thousand missiles are locked and loaded and aimed at the Islamic Republic of Iran” if the regime or its agents try to assassinate him. He also said he directed the United States military to remain ready for a year, with an option to extend, to destroy Iranian targets if needed. These are conditional red lines, not proof of an active war plan made public.
Security steps followed the rhetoric. The White House said the United States Secret Service advised using the older Air Force One aircraft for a recent departure from Turkey. Officials cited renewed hostilities and explicit threats tied to funeral unrest. Trump’s aides framed the move as a practical step to reduce risk during a volatile period. The change highlighted how open calls for violence can force costly and visible security shifts for a sitting President.
Iran’s Denials Clash With Open Calls For Revenge
Iran’s government has sent written assurances to the United States in the past, saying it was not trying to assassinate Trump. Media reports also quote officials who deny any active plot. At the same time, American and Israeli sources say there is steady interest within Iran’s hardline circles in targeting Trump, even if a specific new plan is not confirmed. The split between formal denials and public threats creates a dangerous gray zone.
Exactly.
This regime is still coming after President Trump with open threats, “Kill Trump” banners, and “Death to America” chants at Khamenei’s funeral. No real regime change — just new faces.
Stand with the Iranian people for freedom.
Javid Shah
— Kami 2 (@Kamash5014b) July 13, 2026
Senior Iranian figures and clerical voices have added fuel. International outlets reported Iranian clerics calling Trump’s killing a religious duty. A top security official posted a veiled warning telling Trump to “be careful not to get eliminated.” State-linked coverage has paired Trump’s image with vows of revenge. These messages do not prove an ordered plot, but they normalize the idea of targeting a U.S. President, which can inspire actors to try.
What We Know, What We Do Not, And Why It Matters
The record shows public threats at the funeral, Trump’s stated belief he is Iran’s top target, a strong U.S. deterrent warning, and stepped-up security measures. What remains unproven is an official, documented Iranian plot with named planners and operational details. Until agencies release such proof, we have a tense standoff: loud threats, firm red lines, and high alert. Prudence requires readiness without exaggeration, and resolve without mission creep.
For conservatives, the stakes are basic: protect the Commander in Chief, deter foreign terror, and avoid giving rogue states a victory. The Constitution expects government to provide defense, not excuses. Trump’s message sets a clear price for any attack. Iran’s leaders can pull back from reckless talk and stop flirting with proxy violence. If they do not, they will face a United States that is prepared, united, and capable of decisive action.
Sources:
npr.org, nbcnews.com, cnn.com, aljazeera.com, youtube.com, bbc.com
