Donald Trump has demanded an end to the killing of protestors in Iran as the death toll from ongoing demonstrations surpasses 500.
On Monday morning, Good Morning Britain interrupted its regular broadcast to report on Trump’s latest statements regarding Iran. ITV host Kate Garraway told viewers: “US President Donald Trump has intensified his warnings to Iran, saying he is exploring strong options. This comes after reports that over 500 protestors have been killed in anti-government demonstrations, with thousands more detained.”
Correspondent Jay Akbar elaborated: “In Iran, demonstrators risk severe violence simply for demanding change. Hundreds have reportedly lost their lives in recent weeks.”
Official reports now estimate that 544 people have died since the protests began, while approximately 10,000 have been arrested. The protests initially started over rising inflation but have since evolved into broader anti-regime demonstrations. Analysts note that Trump appears to see the unrest as a potential opportunity to increase pressure on Tehran.
During a press conference yesterday, Trump stated that his administration is “looking at it very seriously.” Among the options being considered is a direct military strike on Iran, though Tehran has warned that such an attack would trigger retaliatory strikes on US military bases and Israel.
Despite the tensions, Trump claims that Iranian officials have reached out to negotiate, aiming to avoid any military confrontation. Meanwhile, Iran’s parliamentary speaker has warned that US and Israeli ships and bases could be considered “legitimate targets” if Washington intervenes, raising concerns about the possibility of a broader regional conflict.
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