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strikeAug 13, 2026

The CIA doesn’t believe Israeli intel. Where does that leave a fragile relationship?

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The CIA no longer believes Israeli intel. Where does that leave Trump’s fragile relationship with Netanyahu? An extraordinary operation to transport Trump onto a military plane in Ankara in a catering truck was prompted by a warning from Israel of a potential Iranian assassination attempt.

Source: Maira Butt — Read the full report

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  • Maira ButtBy Maira Butt

    The CIA no longer believes Israeli intel. Where does that leave Trump’s fragile relationship with Netanyahu? An extraordinary operation to transport Trump onto a military plane in Ankara in a catering truck was prompted by a warning from Israel of a potential Iranian assassinatio…

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Location: Iran