Iran would be perfectly within their rights to assassinate various US government officials. After all, that's exactly what the US and Israel have been doing in Iran.

[–] P00ptart@lemmy.world 15 points 1 year ago (2 children)

But do they really have that capability? I agree, it'd be totally justifiable and a credible war target, but let's be realistic here.

[–] SabinStargem@lemmy.today 34 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (3 children)

Considering some rando nearly got Trump, and how the MAGATs have dismantled their intelligence apparatus and completely lack an interest in risk assessment...Iran actually has a decent shot. Literally and figuratively. After all, you don't have to ID yourself if you claim to be a member of ICE. Just wear a mask, don't use license plates, and carry weapons, you will look like every other random gravy seal.

[–] P00ptart@lemmy.world 10 points 1 year ago

Damn, that's a really good point. They've created the scenario that is most likely to haunt them.

[–] fox2263@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

They probably dismantled it for that reason. Good excuse to arm up and lock down

[–] WoodScientist@sh.itjust.works 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Depends on the official, really.

[–] P00ptart@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

True, but taking out a mayor isn't their goal.