U.S. Officials Feared Israeli Assassination Attempt on Iranian Negotiators

U.S. officials held concerns that Israel could attempt to assassinate Iranian negotiators during recent ceasefire discussions. A U.S. official and an Iranian official, both familiar with the matter, confirmed these concerns. The United States subsequently warned Tehran about the potential threat, according to these sources.

The discussions occurred during peace negotiations aimed at achieving a ceasefire. Specific details regarding the nature of the perceived threat or the timing of the U.S. warning remain undisclosed by the sources.