Shin Bet: Netanyahu's son evacuated after significant Iranian threat
The Jerusalem Post • • world
Key Points:
- The Shin Bet confirmed a significant Iranian threat against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s son, Yair, prompting his urgent evacuation from Florida back to Israel.
- Israeli intelligence uncovered an Iranian assassination plot in December, with operatives reportedly conducting surveillance in the Miami area, leading to warnings issued to US authorities.
- Yair Netanyahu, under constant Israeli security protection, was instructed to leave immediately and returned to Israel without his belongings.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu publicly acknowledged the assassination attempt against one of his sons, describing the situation as "unimaginable" but did not specify which son was targeted.
