Report - US intel warns of advanced Iranian plots against Americans as WWE Crown Jewel approaches
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A serious threat has been reported against Americans ahead of Crown Jewel 2026.
The TKO-led company is moving quickly with its plans to present Crown Jewel 2026 PLE in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, despite the ongoing war situation. Many cities, including Riyadh, have been subjected to airstrikes by the Houthis for weeks, with no signs of slowing down.
Amid the crisis, multiple reports say WWE is hosting Crown Jewel in Riyadh, though it is monitoring the situation daily and ready with contingency plans. However, a new update has hinted that there is a serious threat to Americans in the Middle East and other countries.
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Major attack plans in advanced stages against Americans
According to The New York Times, U.S. intelligence officials have issued a warning to Secretary of State Marco Rubio that Iran’s plans to attack Americans have reached “advanced stages.” Another report stated that Jay Clayton, the director of National Intelligence, sent Rubio a memo warning about Iran’s increased efforts to target Americans.
Moreover, the U.S. officials told the outlet that the threat against U.S. people in major countries is reported to be at the highest level since the war began earlier this year. U.S. officials told the Times that agencies now assess the threat against Americans in the Middle East and elsewhere to be at its highest level since the war with Iran began in February.
These security updates add major concerns to Crown Jewel taking place in Riyadh in two weeks. However, TKO executive chairman Ari Emanuel stated that nothing had changed as of now and WWE and UFC events coming up are still scheduled to take place in Saudi Arabia.
Crown Jewel preparations shaping up fast
Construction work for Crown Jewel 2026 is underway at Riyadh Season Stadium in the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), Saudi Arabia, ahead of the November 7 premium live event. Fan footage shared showed crews assembling the temporary outdoor venue, with work reportedly having begun around a week earlier. Promotional activities, including displays featuring Liv Morgan, have also appeared in Riyadh.
Despite regional security concerns and reports of a missile interception near Riyadh, preparations are continuing. TKO executive chairman Ari Emanuel has said the situation is being monitored daily. As the situation grows more intense each day, we will have to wait and see what happens next.
When and where will Crown Jewel 2026 take place?
The promotion is going ahead with the original plan to host the 2026 Crown Jewel in Riyadh on November 7.
Where can fans tune in to watch PLE Live?
Fans in the United States can stream the PLE on ESPN, while viewers in most international markets can watch the event on Netflix. In Sub-Saharan Africa, the PLE will be available on SuperSport.
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