Trump Warns Iran: US "Locked and Loaded" If Protesters Killed

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Firstpost•02-01-2026, 14:20
Trump Warns Iran: US "Locked and Loaded" If Protesters Killed
- •Donald Trump warned the US is "locked and loaded" and will act if peaceful protesters are killed in Iran.
- •Massive protests across Iran have resulted in at least seven deaths amid clashes between security forces and demonstrators.
- •The unrest began in Tehran over economic woes like currency fall and 42.5% inflation, spreading to universities and provinces.
- •Some protests turned violent, involving clashes with police, stone-throwing, and vehicle burning; firearms were seized.
- •Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian acknowledged livelihood issues, while the economy suffers from sanctions and regional tensions.
Why It Matters: Trump issues stern warning to Iran amidst escalating protests and casualties, citing US readiness to intervene.
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