Event Brief
Netanyahu says Iran tried to kill his son
By The BriefBrief · Sources (4)
Filed: Aug 24, 2026 at 2:13 PM ET
Summary: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Iran “tried to kill” his elder son, Yair, who is 35. The report says Yair has spent extended periods in Miami since early 2024 and has been under Shin Bet protection.
WHO: Benjamin Netanyahu
WHAT: Netanyahu said Iran tried to kill his son Yair Netanyahu.
WHEN: Aug 23, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Israel
WHY: Netanyahu made the claim in response to what he said was an attempt by Iran to kill his son.
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