JD Vance, the U.S. Vice President, expressed his support for the protesters in the ongoing nationwide uprising in Iran on Thursday, emphasizing Washington's backing for those fighting for their civil rights. He stated, "We definitely support anyone participating in peaceful protests, anyone trying to exercise their right to free assembly and have their voices heard." He added, "It is clear that the Iranian regime is facing many problems, and as the President of the United States has said, their smartest move - which was true two months ago and is still true today - is to really negotiate with the United States about what they should show in their nuclear program." JD Vance reiterated his solidarity with the Iranian people striving for their rights, saying, "We certainly support anyone around the world, including the people of Iran, who are fighting for their rights." Former President Donald Trump had previously warned that if the Islamic Republic resorts to killing protesters, the United States would intervene. Trump wrote in a message on the social media platform 'Truth Social' that if the Iranian government "shoots peaceful protesters and violently kills them - which is their usual practice - the United States will come to their aid." He added, "We are on full alert and ready to act." Trump also mentioned, "We are closely monitoring these [protests]. If they start killing people like before, I think the United States will hit them hard."
U.S. Vice President's Support for Iranian Protesters
U.S. Vice President JD Vance has voiced support for Iranian protesters fighting for civil rights, highlighting the U.S. stance against potential violence from the Iranian regime. Former President Trump also warned of U.S. intervention if the regime resorts to violence against peaceful demonstrators. This support from U.S. officials underscores the international attention on the protests in Iran.
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📰 What Happened
U.S. Vice President JD Vance expressed support for Iranian protesters, emphasizing the U.S. stance against potential violence from the Iranian regime. Former President Trump warned of possible U.S. intervention if violence against protesters occurs.
- JD Vance supports Iranian protesters' civil rights.
- Donald Trump warned of U.S. intervention if Iran violently suppresses protests.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran has been experiencing nationwide protests over civil rights, with international attention focused on the regime's response.
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