Trump Issues Strong Warning as Global Attention Focuses on Iran’s Unrest

US President Donald Trump has issued a firm warning to Iran’s leadership over its handling of ongoing protests, saying the United States would not stand by if peaceful demonstrators were violently targeted. His remarks have drawn sharp responses from senior Iranian officials, even as international concern grows over the situation on the ground.

In a brief message posted on his Truth Social platform, Trump cautioned Iran’s authorities against using lethal force on protesters. “We are locked and loaded and ready to go,” he wrote, without elaborating on what form any potential US response might take. The statement underscored Washington’s stated support for the rights of peaceful protesters and added to the mounting diplomatic pressure on Tehran.

The warning came amid reports that at least six people were killed on Thursday, as protests entered nearly a week of demonstrations across the country. The unrest has been driven largely by worsening economic conditions, including rising prices and broader frustrations over livelihoods. Despite the tensions, protests have continued to draw attention from the international community, with calls for restraint and dialogue increasing.