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US President Donald Trump speaks to members of the media aboard Air Force One on January 4, 2026. AFP

Trump says Iran will be 'hit very hard' by US if more protesters are killed

The US President renews threats as more than 15 are killed in demonstrations

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Four protesters killed in Iran by security forces, rights groups say

Mike Pompeo praises Iranian protesters and 'every Mossad agent walking beside them'

At least 10 killed in Iran protests as authorities issue warnings

US ‘locked and loaded’ if Iran violently suppresses protests, warns Trump

Iran's self-inflicted economic woes harm not just its people, but the region

Iran says Trump threats to attack nuclear facilities undermine IAEA



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US says it is ready for Iran nuclear talks but only if they are 'meaningful'

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