US President Donald Trump cautioned Iran against using force to suppress ongoing protests, stating that the US was closely monitoring the situation and would react if violence against civilians increased. Trump, speaking after a meeting with oil and gas executives at the White House, noted the significant internal unrest in Iran and suggested a potential shift in the country’s leadership. He emphasized that the US had warned Tehran against harming protesters and indicated possible strong action in response.
The President highlighted that any US intervention would not involve deploying ground troops but would focus on impactful measures against Iran. Trump underscored the unprecedented nature of the events unfolding in Iran, stating that the administration was vigilantly observing the developments. He criticized previous US responses to Iranian unrest, contrasting his approach with that of former President Barack Obama.
Trump attributed the turmoil in Iran to the leadership’s history of repression and mistreatment of its people. He refrained from specifying the exact actions the US might take but reiterated the priority of preventing violence against civilians. Trump acknowledged global attention on the protests, including remarks by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, but dismissed the need for broader US military involvement beyond deterrence efforts.
The President emphasized a focus on stability and averting prolonged conflicts, while maintaining pressure on oppressive governments. Trump reiterated the administration’s goal of preventing mass casualties and stressed the importance of closely monitoring the ongoing protests in Iran.
