Trump Warns Iran to 'Better Behave,' Cancels Talks Amid Crackdown and Secret Pahlavi Meeting

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Trump Warns Iran to 'Better Behave,' Cancels Talks Amid Crackdown and Secret Pahlavi Meeting
- •Donald Trump warned Iran of "consequences" for its violent crackdown on protesters, stating Tehran "better behave."
- •Trump canceled all meetings with Iranian officials and encouraged demonstrators, citing reports of thousands killed.
- •The White House is reviewing multiple response options, including airstrikes, though diplomacy remains the "first option."
- •Trump announced a 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran, effective immediately, to pressure its economic partners.
- •US envoy Steve Witkoff held secret talks with exiled Iranian crown prince Reza Pahlavi, marking the first high-level contact with opposition figures.
Why It Matters: Trump escalates pressure on Iran with warnings, canceled talks, tariffs, and secret outreach to opposition.
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