Trump Says He’s Considering ‘Very Strong Options’ on Iran as Hundreds of Protesters Are Killed

Trump’s Warning to Iran

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States is looking at “very strong options” in response to the growing crisis in Iran. He made the comments as protests in the country have turned deadly, with rights groups reporting that hundreds of people have been killed during clashes between demonstrators and security forces.

What Trump Said

Trump told reporters that the U.S. military is reviewing possible actions, including military responses, and that a final decision will be made soon. He did not explain exactly what actions might be taken. Trump said the situation in Iran appears to be crossing a “red line,” especially after reports of protesters being killed.

Iran Protests and Deaths

The protests began in late December and have spread across the country. According to rights groups, more than 500 people have died and over 10,000 have been arrested as security forces tried to stop demonstrations. The unrest started because of economic problems, but it has grown into wider calls for change.

Iran’s Response to U.S. Remarks

Iranian officials have strongly rejected the U.S. threats. They warn that if the U.S. attacks, Iranian forces may target U.S. and allied military bases in the region. This has raised the risk of further conflict between the two countries.

Negotiations Still Mentioned

Trump also said that Iranian leaders have reached out to talk and want to negotiate, but he added that action might happen before any meeting if the violence doesn’t stop.

Conclusion

Trump’s statement shows that the United States is closely watching the situation in Iran and is considering strong actions if the crisis gets worse. This comes at a time when protests have already caused many deaths and raised global concern.