Trump tells Iranian protesters 'help is on its way'
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Key Points:
- President Donald Trump announced he is halting talks with Iranian officials amid a violent crackdown on protesters, urging Iranian citizens to continue protesting and stating "help is on its way" without specifying details.
- Trump previously indicated Iran sought negotiations after his threat of military action, but his latest social media post signals a firm stance against engagement until the killing of protesters stops.
- The U.S. administration is considering strong options, including military action, as the death toll in Iran's protests reportedly exceeds 2,000, with over 16,700 detained according to human rights groups.
- Trump also declared 25% tariffs on countries doing business with Tehran, affecting nations such as China, UAE, Turkey, Brazil, and Russia, though details
