Summary
President Donald Trump has warned of possible military action against Iran amid deadly protests in the country. A senior Iranian official told Newsweek that the fall of Iran's government could cause instability across the Middle East. The U.S. has increased its naval presence near Iran and accused the Iranian government of killing protesters.
Key Facts
- President Trump has threatened military action if the situation in Iran worsens.
- Protests in Iran have turned deadly, with the government reporting over 3,100 deaths.
- Human rights groups estimate the death toll could be over 5,100.
- The U.S. has sent the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group to the region.
- A senior Iranian official warned that a collapse in Iran could destabilize the Middle East.
- The official claimed Israel would benefit from regional instability.
- President Trump has stated he wants to avoid action but maintains that all options are possible.
