A video broadcast on the third channel of Iranian state television announced a $10 million reward for the killing of Barron Trump, son of U.S. President Donald Trump.
The video made various claims about Barron Trump’s life and daily routine and shared information about the institution where he studies, his security team and his personal interests.
Threatening instructions and personal information published
The broadcast gave various instructions to people who could reach Barron Trump. It said that the person who carried out the assassination would receive $10 million, while some address details and information about security arrangements were also provided.
It was claimed that the information had been leaked by a woman alleged to have held a private meeting with Barron Trump on the 58th floor of Trump Tower. The video used images of Trump Tower in New York.
Similar video about Melania Trump had been released
An Iranian news organization released a video last month containing information allegedly related to Melania Trump’s daily life and threats against Barron Trump.
The content showed places Melania Trump allegedly visited and stores where she was alleged to have shopped.
Tensions between the U.S. and Iran
On February 28, the U.S. and Israel launched attacks against Iran, while Iran responded with attacks on Israel and American targets in the region. The sides reached an agreement on a ceasefire in April.
Washington and Tehran signed a memorandum of understanding on June 18 concerning freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, but its implementation faltered because of disputes over the strait’s security.
The text also stated that the U.S. resumed attacks against Iran between July 8 and 24, and that Iran announced it had targeted American military facilities and equipment in some Arab countries.
