Trump: US 'Ready' to Help Iran Gain Freedom Amid Deadly Protests

• US President Donald Trump stated the US is ready to help Iran achieve freedom from Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's government.
• Trump's statement comes amid ongoing, deadly protests in Iran, with authorities intensifying crackdowns.
• The Trump administration is reportedly preparing preliminary plans for a possible large-scale airstrike campaign against Iranian military sites.
• Trump warned Iran against killing protesters, threatening US response if they did.
• Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei accused Trump of having 'hands stained with the blood of Iranians' and claimed protesters were acting to please the US.

Why It Matters: Trump offers US support for Iranian freedom as deadly protests rage, while military options are considered.