Washington weighs diplomatic and military options as Iran faces largest protests in decades
US President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on any country conducting business with Iran, escalating economic pressure amid Iran’s largest anti-government protests in years. The announcement comes as Tehran maintains communication channels with Washington, while US officials weigh military and diplomatic responses. China has criticized the move, warning against unilateral sanctions, and rights groups report over 500 deaths since the protests began. The White House emphasized diplomacy as the first option, though all measures, including airstrikes, remain under consideration.
