Iranian Lawmakers Consider €50 Million (₹43.5M) Bounty Proposal Targeting Trump and Netanyahu

May 19, 2026

Tehran: Iranian lawmakers are reportedly considering a draft bill that would offer a financial reward of around €50 million (about £43.5 million) for actions against former U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to multiple media reports.

The proposal is still under discussion in Iran’s parliament and has not yet been formally approved or enacted.

Lawmakers discussing draft legislation

Reports indicate that the idea is part of a parliamentary proposal that would establish a state-backed reward system linked to individuals deemed responsible for actions against Iran’s interests. The suggested figure has been widely reported across international media but remains part of legislative deliberations rather than an official policy.

Context of rising Iran–West tensions

The discussion comes amid heightened tensions between Iran, the United States, and Israel, with ongoing disputes over regional conflicts, nuclear policy, and military actions in the Middle East.

Iranian officials have frequently issued strong rhetoric against U.S. and Israeli leadership in response to recent strikes and geopolitical developments.

No official implementation yet

As of now, the proposal has not been passed into law, and no bounty program has been officially activated. Authorities in Tehran have not confirmed any operational reward mechanism.