US President Donald Trump warned Iran against using force to suppress ongoing protests, saying the United States was closely monitoring developments and would respond if violence against civilians escalated.
Speaking to reporters after a White House meeting with oil and gas executives, Trump said Iran was facing serious internal unrest and suggested the situation marked a turning point for the country's leadership.
“So Iran's in big trouble,” Trump said. “It looks to me that the people are taking over certain cities that nobody thought were really possible just a few weeks ago.”
Trump said his administration had issued a clear warning to Tehran against killing protesters, signaling potential US action if such actions occurred.