Trump warns U.S. "will take very strong action" if Iran hangs protesters
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Key Points:
- President Trump warned of "very strong action" if Iranian authorities begin hanging anti-government protesters amid ongoing demonstrations.
- He acknowledged a significant death toll, with sources fearing between 12,000 and 20,000 protesters have died, supported by videos showing body bags in Tehran morgues.
- Trump threatened economic and other forms of assistance to Iranian citizens and pledged to cancel all meetings with Iranian officials until the violence stops.
- He referenced past U.S. military operations against Iran and others as examples of "winning," emphasizing his goal to prevent further violence in Iran.
- Trump conveyed a firm stance against the Iranian government's crackdown, stating that executions of protesters would lead to severe consequences.
