Iran Warns US: 'Finger on the Trigger' Amid Protests, Sanctions, and Nuclear Tensions
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Moneycontrol•31-01-2026, 20:13
Iran Warns US: 'Finger on the Trigger' Amid Protests, Sanctions, and Nuclear Tensions
- •Iran warns of retaliation against any US military action, stating its 'finger is firmly on the trigger' but will not initiate an attack.
- •Over 3,000 fatalities reported in recent widespread protests in Iran, fueled by political frustration, economic strain, and social restrictions.
- •US President Trump and American officials openly supported Iranian demonstrators, leading Tehran to view the unrest as foreign interference.
- •Pezeshkian administration has eased social restrictions, including those on clothing, but the economy remains severely impacted by US sanctions.
- •Iran denies seeking nuclear weapons, pursuing a peaceful nuclear program, and is open to agreements to reassure the US.
Why It Matters: Iran warns the US against interference, citing domestic unrest, sanctions, and nuclear program as key tensions.
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