US Considers Airstrikes on Iran; Khamenei Warns America Amidst Protests

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News18•13-01-2026, 06:54
US Considers Airstrikes on Iran; Khamenei Warns America Amidst Protests
- •Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned the US to cease 'deceitful actions' and interference in Iran's internal affairs.
- •White House Press Secretary Carolyn Levitt stated that President Trump is considering airstrikes against Iran among other options, citing concerns over violence against protesters.
- •Trump views the deaths of Iranian protesters as a 'red line' and has indicated readiness to use military force if necessary, despite open diplomatic channels.
- •Human rights organizations report at least 648 deaths, thousands injured, and over 10,000 arrests in the ongoing Iranian protests.
- •Iran's government organized rallies to counter protests, blaming foreign conspiracies, while international bodies like the EU condemn state violence.
Why It Matters: US considers airstrikes on Iran as Khamenei warns against interference amidst escalating protests and casualties.
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