U.S. President Donald Trump has retained "all options on the table," including potential military intervention, amid ongoing unrest in Iran, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed this week. The remarks follow weeks of protests triggered by economic grievances, which Iranian authorities claim have been exploited by foreign actors to incite violence.
Diplomatic and Economic Pressure Intensifies
The U.S. Treasury announced new sanctions targeting 13 entities and 11 individuals linked to Iran’s law enforcement, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, and energy sector. Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi urged UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to condemn external interference, accusing the U.S. of "abusing" protests to advance political goals.
Regional Security Shifts
U.S. military movements in the Middle East, including troop evacuations and reinforcements, signal heightened readiness. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly urged Trump to delay any military action, reflecting regional apprehensions over escalation. Iran’s Intelligence Ministry also announced the arrest of six individuals allegedly tied to Mossad-linked operations during recent unrest.
