assassination attempts
Coverage of assassination attempts in the Nexus archive.
- Hamas taps 'ultimate institutional survivor' as terror chief, sending message to Israel: expert
Khalil al-Hayya, a Hamas negotiator who survived multiple alleged Israeli assassination attempts, has been elected as the group's new political leader. A regional expert stated the election signals Hamas will maintain its existing strategy, prioritizing institutional survival and continuity over political change.
- GCHQ boss accuses Russia of 'reckless assassination attempts'
GCHQ boss accuses Russia of 'reckless assassination attempts' in a diplomatic context where Russian President Vladimir Putin meets with Laotian President Thongloun Sisoulith at the Kremlin in Moscow.
- From rally gunfire to White House shooting, threats against President Trump continue to mount
A 21-year-old gunman, Nasire Best, opened fire on Secret Service agents near the White House, marking the latest in a series of threats against President Donald Trump. This incident follows previous attacks, including a 2024 rally shooting and an assassination attempt at Trump's golf club, heightening concerns about political violence and security failures.
- Trump jokes he'd look '20 pounds heavier' in a bulletproof vest, says he doesn't think about threats
President Donald Trump joked about looking '20 pounds heavier' in a bulletproof vest after acknowledging its protective benefits, while downplaying concerns about future threats. He referenced a recent incident where a Secret Service agent was shot at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner and stated he does not dwell on potential risks to maintain effectiveness.
- Crow seeking ‘answers’ from Secret Service, Trump administration on implementation of security recommendations
Rep. Jason Crow (D-Colo.) is demanding answers from the Trump administration and Secret Service about security protocols following a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner. The inquiry is linked to a House task force Crow leads, which investigated two 2024 assassination attempts against President Trump.
- Conspiracy theories are swirling about the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting
A shooting occurred at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner attended by Donald and Melania Trump, with no injuries and the suspect in custody. Conspiracy theories suggest the attack was staged, reflecting broader beliefs that Trump is faking assassination attempts.
- Timeline: Trump assassination attempts and security incidents
The article presents a timeline of assassination attempts and security incidents involving Donald J. Trump during his presidency and campaign rallies. It highlights key events that have raised concerns about his personal safety and political security.