The American warship Carl Vinson standing battle-ready in the Arabian Sea N. Prabhakaran Dubai: The New York Times has reported that milita...
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| The American warship Carl Vinson standing battle-ready in the Arabian Sea |
N. Prabhakaran
Dubai: The New York Times has reported that military leadership has briefed U.S. President Donald Trump on potential options for a military strike in response to the crackdown on protesters in Iran.
While the President has not yet made a final decision, the report states he is seriously considering military action against the Iranian regime's efforts to suppress popular uprisings sparked by the economic crisis. Proposals before him include strikes on non-military sites in Tehran.
The protests began in late December due to economic grievances but have since evolved into a large-scale movement demanding regime change.
"Iran is looking at freedom; the U.S. stands ready to help!" Trump wrote on social media. He clarified that the U.S. would intervene if the killing of civilians continues. Last June, Trump had ordered strikes on three of Iran's nuclear facilities.
Officials fear that a military strike might unify the Iranian public in favor of the government and lead to retaliatory attacks against U.S. personnel in the region. Commanders have requested more time to ensure the security of U.S. military bases in the Middle East, as Iran is likely to strike back if an attack occurs suddenly.
"If they start killing people like before, we will get involved. It won’t be a war with boots on the ground, but it will be in a manner that hits them very hard," Trump said recently. However, since Trump’s actions often differ from his words, these statements are being viewed with caution. At another point, he warned, "You’d better not start shooting, because we’ll start shooting too."
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| Protest in Tehran, the capital of Iran |
With anti-government protests intensifying and the regime shutting down the internet to suppress dissent, Trump warned that Iran is in "big trouble."
Death Toll: According to human rights organizations, at least 225 people have been killed since the protests began on December 28, including 14 security personnel.
To prevent the spread of protests, the Iranian regime has cut off internet access across the country. NetBlocks confirmed that connectivity has plummeted to just one percent of normal levels.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei described the protests as a "conspiracy by foreign enemies." He alleged that the protesters are working for Trump and that Trump’s hands are "stained with the blood of Iranians."
According to the report, this is the second time in six months that Trump has prepared for an attack on Iran. Iran had retaliated after the "Midnight Hammer" operation against its nuclear sites last June. There are now strong concerns that another strike could lead to a major regional war.
The recent January 3rd operation in Venezuela, where Trump ordered the capture of leader Nicolás Maduro, indicates that he intends to show the world his threats are not empty words. A State Department video titled "Do not play games with President Trump" serves as evidence of this stance.
This time, Trump has options to target non-military sites in Tehran alongside military centers—a rare move. The plan is to target centers linked to the security forces responsible for suppressing protesters.
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| When residential complexes were destroyed following the missile attack carried out by Iran in Ramat Gan, Israel, on June 14, 2025 |
Israel on High Alert
Discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are crucial. Israel consistently seeks U.S. support to thwart Iran’s nuclear programs. During a meeting at Mar-a-Lago, Trump assured that he would support Israeli strikes if Iran "behaved badly."
Reuters reports that Israel has placed its military on high alert following signals of potential U.S. intervention in Iran. On Saturday, PM Netanyahu and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone conversation to discuss the current situation in Iran and the possibilities of U.S. involvement.
Meanwhile, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned that if the U.S. attacks Iran, both American military bases in the region and Israel would be considered "legitimate targets."
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