Israel Denies US Belief of Plot to Assassinate Iranian Negotiators

Israel has vehemently denied a report suggesting that US officials believed it was plotting to assassinate Iranian nuclear negotiators. The report, which cited US intelligence, claimed the US had warned Iran about the alleged Israeli intentions.

3 Jul, 07:58 — 4 Jul, 04:48

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Why this matters

This story is significant as it involves allegations of a US ally attempting to assassinate negotiators from a rival nation, potentially derailing critical peace talks. Such actions could severely strain international diplomatic efforts and escalate regional tensions, especially given the already volatile relationship between Israel and Iran.

Key entitiesIsrael United States Iran New York Times Donald Trump Netanyahu Ghalibaf

The Story

What 7 sources agree on, dispute, and miss

What sources agree on

Israel has vehemently denied reports of plotting to assassinate Iranian negotiators
The reports originated from the New York Times, citing unnamed US officials
Israel labeled the claims as "fake news" or "complete fabrication"

Key claims2 agreed · 1 disputed · 2 unverified

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Israel planned to assassinate senior Iranian negotiators during diplomatic talks.

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Israel vehemently denied these reports, calling them "fake news" or "complete fabrication."

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US officials believed Israel intended to assassinate Iranian negotiators.

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The New York Times reported on the alleged US belief.

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President Donald Trump has been publicly critical of Israeli PM Netanyahu recently.

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Ghalibaf's plane made an emergency landing in connection with the alleged plot.

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Where they diverge

The credibility and implications of the New York Times report

hindustan-timesndtvTimes of India

Emphasizes Israel's strong denial and dismisses the report as false

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Focuses on the US officials' belief and the details of the alleged plot, giving more weight to the report's claims

Context surrounding the alleged plot

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Highlights recent public criticism of Israeli PM Netanyahu by President Trump

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Suggests that eliminating Iranian leadership was a key Israeli war goal, including pragmatists

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Connects the alleged plot to an emergency landing of Ghalibaf's plane

Coverage gaps

The New York Times standing by its reporting and responding to Israeli criticism

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The US asking regional states to warn Tehran about potential Israeli targets

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ndtvcenter-leftcenter-leftneutralMostly FactualHighlights Israeli denial, mentions Trump's criticism

hvgcenter-leftcenter-leftanalytical—Details US fears, contextualizes Israeli war goals

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Coverage leans: balanced

The coverage presents a balanced view, with some outlets focusing on Israel's denial while others detail the US officials' concerns, reflecting the initial report's controversial nature.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual42d ago

'Fake news': Israel denies report it planned to assassinate Iranian negotiators

Israel has vehemently denied reports suggesting it planned to assassinate senior Iranian negotiators during diplomatic talks, labeling the claims "fake news." The New York Times report alleged US officials warned Iran of potential Israeli targeting of key figures like Abbas Araghchi and Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, fearing it would derail peace efforts. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and US President Trump have agreed to a future meeting.

By TOI World Desk

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual42d ago

Israel rubbishes report claiming it planned assassinations against Iran negotiators: ‘Complete fabrication’

The NYT stood by its reporting and responded publicly to the Israeli government's criticism.

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ndtvMostly Factual42d ago

'Fake News': Israel Rejects Report On Plotting To Kill Iranian Negotiators

US is Israel's closest ally, but President Donald Trump has been publicly critical of Israeli PM Netanyahu in recent weeks after Israel's war with Hezbollah in Lebanon threatened peace talks with Iran.

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express-tribuneMostly Factual43d ago

US officials believed Israel plotted to kill Iranian negotiators: report

US asked regional states to warn Tehran Israel could target two officials, New York Times reports

By Anadolu Agency

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zerohedgeLow42d ago

US Believed Israel Tried To Assassinate Iran's Top Negotiators As Ghalibaf's Plane Made Emergency Landing

US Believed Israel Tried To Assassinate Iran's Top Negotiators As Ghalibaf's Plane Made Emergency Landing The New York Times has issued a new report citing unnamed US officials who believe that Israel came close to assassinating Iran's top negotiators Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. According to the report, a concrete Israeli threat against Ghalibaf and the FM emerged while they were traveling back to Iran from Islamabad following talks with US Vice...

By Tyler Durden

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Coverage Timeline

First report: express-tribune · 3 Jul, 07:58|Full coverage: 7 · 21h|Window: 21h

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express-tribune3 Jul, 07:58First to report

US officials believed Israel plotted to kill Iranian negotiators: report

9h later

hvg3 Jul, 17:01

Az amerikaiak attól tartottak, hogy Izrael megpróbálja megölni az iráni tárgyalópartnereiket

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delfi-lt3 Jul, 19:33

„The Washington Post“: JAV perspėjo Iraną apie Izraelio ketinimus nužudyti jo lyderius

zerohedge3 Jul, 20:00

US Believed Israel Tried To Assassinate Iran's Top Negotiators As Ghalibaf's Plane Made Emergency Landing

8h later

Times of India4 Jul, 03:40

'Fake news': Israel denies report it planned to assassinate Iranian negotiators

ndtv4 Jul, 04:33

'Fake News': Israel Rejects Report On Plotting To Kill Iranian Negotiators

hindustan-times4 Jul, 04:48Latest update

Israel rubbishes report claiming it planned assassinations against Iran negotiators: ‘Complete fabrication’

Story evolution

The narrative shifted from the initial revelation of US concerns about an alleged Israeli plot to Israel's strong denial and the New York Times' reaffirmation of its reporting, creating a dispute over the veracity of the claims.

Initial Report & US ConcernsJul 3 morning/afternoon

The New York Times reports that US officials believed Israel was plotting to assassinate Iranian negotiators.

Details EmergeJul 3 evening

Additional details surface, including the US warning regional states and linking to Ghalibaf's plane.

Israel's Vehement DenialJul 4 early morning

Israel issues strong denials, labeling the reports as "fake news" or "complete fabrication."

NYT Stands By ReportJul 4 morning

The New York Times publicly responds to Israel's criticism, standing by its original reporting.

Israel Denies US Belief of Plot to Assassinate Iranian Negotiators

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Key claims2 agreed · 1 disputed · 2 unverified

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'Fake news': Israel denies report it planned to assassinate Iranian negotiators

Israel rubbishes report claiming it planned assassinations against Iran negotiators: ‘Complete fabrication’

'Fake News': Israel Rejects Report On Plotting To Kill Iranian Negotiators

US officials believed Israel plotted to kill Iranian negotiators: report

US Believed Israel Tried To Assassinate Iran's Top Negotiators As Ghalibaf's Plane Made Emergency Landing

Coverage Timeline

US officials believed Israel plotted to kill Iranian negotiators: report

Az amerikaiak attól tartottak, hogy Izrael megpróbálja megölni az iráni tárgyalópartnereiket

„The Washington Post“: JAV perspėjo Iraną apie Izraelio ketinimus nužudyti jo lyderius

US Believed Israel Tried To Assassinate Iran's Top Negotiators As Ghalibaf's Plane Made Emergency Landing

'Fake news': Israel denies report it planned to assassinate Iranian negotiators

'Fake News': Israel Rejects Report On Plotting To Kill Iranian Negotiators

Israel rubbishes report claiming it planned assassinations against Iran negotiators: ‘Complete fabrication’

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