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- U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran on January 2, 2026 that it would face consequences if protesters were harmed, stating on Truth Social that the U.S. is 'locked and loaded' to respond.
- The warning followed reports of at least six fatalities during protests, the largest toll since 2022.
- Saeed Pourali, a deputy governor, attributed the protests to economic pressures, inflation, and currency fluctuations, and noted they reflect discontent over Iran's economy.
