Trump Urges Iran Protesters: "Help Is On Its Way," Threatens Military Action

• US President Trump openly encouraged Iranian citizens to continue protests against their government, stating "help is on its way."
• Trump posted on Truth Social, urging "Iranian Patriots, KEEP PROTESTING - TAKE OVER YOUR INSTITUTIONS!!!... HELP IS ON ITS WAY."
• He announced cancellation of all meetings with Iranian officials until the killings of protesters cease.
• An Iranian official reported nearly 2,000 deaths in the protests, marking the first official acknowledgment of such a high toll.
• Trump is considering military action and tariffs against Iran, having previously stated the US is "fully prepared" to act.

Why It Matters: Trump escalates rhetoric on Iran protests, encouraging demonstrators and hinting at potential US military intervention.