Amid escalating anti-government protests in Iran that have posed the most significant challenge to the clerical regime in years, human rights monitors and Iranian officials have reported a staggering death toll exceeding 2,000 people, including protesters and security personnel, over more than two weeks of unrest. The demonstrations, marked by widespread calls for institutional takeovers and accountability for abuses, have drawn international attention amid reports of a severe crackdown by authorities. Activists from groups like the U.S.-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) have documented over 2,000 fatalities, while Iranian state media acknowledged more than 100 security personnel deaths in recent days, highlighting the intensity of the clashes across the country’s 31 provinces.

U.S. President Donald Trump publicly urged Iranian protesters to persist in their efforts, posting on Truth Social: “Iranian Patriots, KEEP PROTESTING - TAKE OVER YOUR INSTITUTIONS!!! Save the names of the killers and abusers. They will pay a big price. I have cancelled all meetings with Iranian Officials until the senseless killing of protesters STOPS. HELP IS ON ITS WAY.” This statement, which Trump reiterated without specifying details when pressed by reporters, signals potential U.S. action against Tehran, possibly including military options like airstrikes, as suggested by White House comments on considering “many, many options.” Trump’s encouragement comes amid his rejection of Iran’s overtures to reopen nuclear talks, emphasizing a stance against the regime’s handling of the unrest.

On Tuesday, Trump’s national security team, including key figures like Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and CIA Director John Ratcliffe, convened at the White House to discuss responses to the Iranian crisis, though Trump himself did not attend the briefing. The meeting focused on evaluating options amid mounting pressure for U.S. intervention, as the protests show signs of subsiding due to the crackdown but with warnings from Iranian officials of greater unrest if grievances remain unaddressed. This development underscores escalating U.S.-Iran tensions, with Trump’s vague promise of help raising speculation about imminent policies targeting the regime, potentially including tariffs on Iran’s trading partners or direct support for demonstrators.

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