Trump cancels US-Iran meetings, urges protesters to take over institutions
Al Jazeera • • nation
Key Points:
- US President Donald Trump has cancelled all meetings with Iranian officials and urged Iranian protesters to "take over your institutions" amid Tehran's crackdown on demonstrations.
- Trump stated on social media that "help is on the way" for protesters but did not provide further details, while also threatening military action against Iran if the repression continues.
- Trump announced a 25 percent tariff on any country doing business with Iran as part of increased economic pressure.
- Analysts warn that US military strikes could violate international law and potentially lead to greater instability and violent chaos in Iran, as there is no clear opposition to replace the current regime.
- Experts caution that aggressive US actions might strengthen hardline elements within Iran's Revolutionary Guard, exacerbating internal conflict rather than
