Former Iranian advisor Mohammad-Javad Larijani hinted at a drone assassination attempt on Donald Trump. The remark follows heightened Iran–US tensions after recent military exchanges. A top Shia cleri

Trump, in his less diplomatic style, has repeated Biden’s warning, albeit in much more colorful language. He told reporters in the Oval Office in February that he had “left instructions” for what should happen if he is murdered by Iran. “If they do it, they get obliterated,” the president said. “There will be nothing left.”

Larijani's remarks, even if intended as a joke, will add to speculation over possible retaliation by Iran for the U.S. attacks.