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Trump Threatens Military Action Amid Iran Protests and Nuclear Tensions

1/3/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump threatened military action against Iran after deadly protests against Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
A 3 a.m. Truth Social post shows he warned that the United States will rescue protesters if Iran harms them.
Protests rose over Iran's currency collapse.
Iran has enriched uranium beyond necessary levels.
Trump would act if Iran rebuilds its nuclear program, a stance that clashes with his pledge to end foreign wars.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened military action against Iran after deadly protests against Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
A 3 a.m. Truth Social post shows he warned that the United States will rescue protesters if Iran harms them.
Protests rose over Iran's currency collapse.
Iran has enriched uranium beyond necessary levels.
Trump would act if Iran rebuilds its nuclear program, a stance that clashes with his pledge to end foreign wars.