Iran's foreign minister has condemned Donald Trump's promise of intervention as reckless and dangerous, following the US President's warning to Iranian authorities against harming peaceful protesters. Trump signaled a readiness to involve the US militarily, stating, We are locked and loaded and ready to go, without providing further specifics.
In response, Iranian Foreign Affairs Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized that Iran would strictly reject any interference in its internal affairs, citing Trump's own experience with the National Guard in the US.
The situation in Iran continues to escalate, with reports of unrest and violent clashes between protesters and security forces leading to at least eight deaths. These protests erupted primarily among shopkeepers over a steep decline in the value of the Iranian currency, but have since attracted broader participation, including university students.
Clashes were reported in various cities, particularly in Lordegan and Azna, with claims of fatalities among both protesters and security personnel, although independent verification of these deaths remains unconfirmed.
The Iranian police have vowed to prevent chaos and maintain control during the protests. Meanwhile, Iranian authorities are asserting that they will respond decisively to any attempts at creating instability, reflecting the increasing tensions in the region.
