Benjamin Netanyahu Dead? Is Israel’s PM Bibi Alive? Iran’s Claim Sparks Fake News Storm
The internet erupted on Monday after explosive claims surfaced suggesting that Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, popularly known as Bibi, had been assassinated in an Iranian missile strike. Social media platforms were flooded with unverified reports, leading to confusion and panic worldwide.
Iran’s Claim: “Bibi’s Fate Is Unclear”
According to reports by Iran’s state-affiliated Fars News Agency, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility for targeting the Israeli Prime Minister’s office in Tel Aviv, along with key military and security installations in Haifa.
In a statement, the IRGC said:
“The office of the criminal prime minister of the Zionist regime and the headquarters of the regime’s air force commander were targeted.”
The group reportedly used Kheibar missiles and declared that Netanyahu’s fate was “unclear.”
An AFP journalist also reported hearing multiple explosions over Jerusalem. Shortly after, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed detecting missiles launched from Iran toward Israeli territory, adding that its defensive systems were actively intercepting the threats.
Al Jazeera Report Deleted, Social Media Frenzy Grows
Speculation intensified when users claimed that Al Jazeera briefly aired a report stating Netanyahu was dead before deleting it. Screenshots of the alleged broadcast quickly spread across X and other platforms, further fueling rumors.
The situation escalated amid heightened tensions following reports of the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, in the early hours of March 1, 2026. Iranian authorities confirmed Khamenei’s death after initial claims by the IDF and U.S. President Donald Trump.
Since then, Iran has vowed retaliation, launching strikes in the Red Sea and targeting U.S. bases and assets across the region, including in Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, and Israel. Tehran has also threatened to shut down the Strait of Hormuz if necessary.
Is Benjamin Netanyahu Dead?
Despite viral claims, Netanyahu is alive.
The Prime Minister’s Office has categorically dismissed the Iranian narrative as “fake news.” According to The Times of Israel, officials rejected assertions that Netanyahu’s fate was unknown after the missile attack, labeling the reports as deliberate misinformation.
PM Narendra Modi Speaks to Netanyahu
Amid rising tensions, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirmed that he spoke with Netanyahu on March 2.
In a post on X, Modi stated:
“I spoke by phone with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the current regional situation. I expressed India’s concern regarding the recent developments, and emphasized that the security of citizens is the utmost priority. India reiterates the need for an early cessation of hostilities.”
The conversation further confirms that Netanyahu is safe and actively engaging with global leaders.
EU Condemns Iran’s Actions
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen strongly criticized Iran’s actions.
“Iran must cease its reckless and indiscriminate attacks on its neighbours and sovereign countries,” she said, stressing that regional stability is of utmost importance. Von der Leyen also called for a credible transition in Iran, including halting its nuclear and ballistic programs and ending destabilizing actions in the region.
The Bottom Line
No credible evidence supports claims that Benjamin Netanyahu has been assassinated. His office has dismissed the reports as fake, and his direct conversation with India’s Prime Minister further confirms he is alive.
The viral rumors appear to be part of a broader wave of misinformation amid rapidly escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. Readers are advised to rely on verified sources and official statements before sharing unconfirmed claims.