Donald Trump encouraged the protests in Iran, promising aid and imposing a 25% tariff on trade with Iran, following the violent crackdown.

President Donald Trump encouraged Iranians to continue protests against the regime, promising assistance in his message on Truth Social. He announced that he has canceled all meetings with Iranian officials until the violence against protesters ceases. Although the protests have led to the deaths of approximately 2,000 people, the Iranian regime remains stable, with no signs of defection among the security elite. The White House mentioned that Trump is considering military options, including airstrikes, but that diplomacy remains a priority. The spokesperson emphasized that the president does not want loss of human life in Iran, but the situation is alarming.