Summary
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, warned that any U.S. attack on Iran could lead to a regional war. This comes after President Donald Trump mentioned negotiations with Iran amidst military tensions. Protests continue across Iran, with significant casualties reported due to government crackdowns.
Key Facts
- Ayatollah Khamenei stated that a U.S. attack on Iran would start a regional war.
- President Trump mentioned ongoing negotiations with Iran and the presence of U.S. military forces nearby.
- Trump outlined two conditions for avoiding U.S. military action: no nuclear weapons and stopping the killing of protesters in Iran.
- Protests in Iran have resulted in thousands of reported deaths, with international concerns about the accuracy of these numbers.
- The U.S. opposes Iran developing nuclear weapons, while Iran insists its nuclear program is peaceful.
- The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (Iran nuclear deal) was exited by the U.S. under Trump's administration during his first term.
- Iran plans to conduct naval drills in the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
- The European Union, U.S., and Canada have labeled Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist group.
