Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Iran-Trading Nations Amid Protests, Considers Military Action

• US President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran, effective immediately.
• The tariff aims to back protestors amid widespread demonstrations and a rising death toll in Iran.
• Trump is also considering "very strong" military action against Iran, citing the killing of over 500 protestors.
• Iran's Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, warned the US of targeting its military assets if it intervenes.
• Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian led a pro-government rally in Tehran, branding protestors as "terrorists".

Why It Matters: Trump escalates pressure on Iran with tariffs and military threats amid ongoing protests and regime crackdown.