President Donald Trump has warned that the United States is prepared to deliver an unprecedented military response if Iran attacks American interests, heightening tensions amid Iran’s largest domestic protests in years.
Speaking to reporters, Trump said the administration is closely monitoring Iran’s internal unrest and evaluating “very strong options” in response to Tehran’s violent crackdown on demonstrators. “We will hit Iran at levels that they’ve never been hit before, they won’t even believe it,” he stated, signaling readiness for significant escalation if needed.
The protests, which began over economic hardship, have grown into a broad challenge to the Iranian regime, with human rights groups reporting over 500 civilian deaths and more than 10,000 arrests. The Iranian government has blamed foreign-backed “terrorists” for the violence and imposed a severe internet blackout to control information.
White House officials confirmed that Trump has been briefed on the crisis and is considering a range of measures—including heightened military readiness, expanded sanctions, and diplomatic pressure—though no immediate action has been announced.
The remarks come as the U.S. continues to prioritize protection of its personnel and assets in the region, with Trump’s latest warning underscoring the volatile state of U.S.-Iran relations and the potential for sudden escalation amid Tehran’s deepening internal strife.
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