Iran protests: Trump open to airstrikes, wants diplomacy
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Key Points:
- US President Donald Trump is considering a range of options against Iran, including military strikes, in response to the regime's violent crackdown on widespread protests, while maintaining that diplomacy remains open.
- Trump has imposed a 25% tariff on any country doing business with Iran, signaling increased economic pressure amid escalating tensions.
- The death toll from the protests has risen to nearly 650, according to rights groups, with thousands arrested and ongoing internet blackouts severely limiting information flow inside Iran.
- The European Parliament has banned Iranian diplomats from its premises, and the EU is contemplating new sanctions against Iran due to the government's harsh response to demonstrators.
- Iran's leadership, including Supreme Leader Khamenei, has praised pro-government rallies and condemned foreign interference, while
