Iran has erected a large billboard in central Tehran depicting former US President Donald Trump dead in a coffin, with the text 'we kill Trump' emblazoned across it. The installation, located in Islamic Revolution Square, comes just days after the massive funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, where attendees chanted slogans calling for the murder of the US President.
Billboard imagery and context
The billboard shows Trump with his hair sticking up wildly and his hands crossed upon his large belly, lying in a coffin. The provocative display is the latest in a series of escalations between the two nations. Last week, Trump hinted at the possibility of being killed by Iran, telling reporters: 'Now they have another set of leaders. They may be gone. Who knows? And you know what? I may be gone too, because I'm their number one target. It's out all over the place. I'm their number one because they're scum. That's the way they act, and that's the way they've done it for 47 years.'
US-Iran tensions spike
In recent days, the US has launched new strikes against Iran and told Tehran to 'behave' after it began striking vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. As talks stall over disagreements about the vital waterway, in which multiple cargo ships have been attacked by Iran this week, Trump has reimposed a blockade on the Strait. Iran has also continued carrying out missile and drone strikes against US allies in the Middle East, including Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.
Trump's threats and retaliation
Trump warned that more US strikes would cripple Iran, targeting bridges and power plants unless the country backs down. The billboard appears to be a direct response to these threats, signaling Iran's defiance and willingness to escalate rhetoric. The situation remains volatile, with both sides engaging in military and propaganda actions.
