Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has alleged that Iran attempted to assassinate one of his sons, though he did not disclose specifics regarding the time or location of the supposed plot. The claim was made on Monday amidst declining support for Netanyahu's coalition ahead of the October general election, following the US and Israel’s military action against Iran in Tehran that resulted in the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and four members of his family. Netanyahu mentioned this alleged Iranian plot during a phone interview with Channel 14, a conservative Israeli news outlet known for favorable coverage of the government. His statement comes amidst concerns about the security of Gadi Eisenkot, a former army chief who is running against Netanyahu for prime minister, with Israel's security agencies reportedly declining to provide him with a security detail. Netanyahu expressed support for round-the-clock protection for Eisenkot, stating it was "not a luxury." Previously, both of Netanyahu's sons and his wife were granted extended personal protection by Israeli authorities in July. The elder son, Yair, has been living extensively in Miami since early 2024, raising controversy over the cost to taxpayers for his protection. Iran, in response, has vowed revenge for the killings of Khamenei and his family, with Mojtaba Khamenei, the new supreme leader, promising to "avenge the blood" of his father following his death.