Donald Trump was reportedly close to launching a military strike against Iran but ultimately decided against it due to concerns about sparking a prolonged conflict in the Middle East, according to insiders.
The US president had issued warnings to Iran, stating that he was prepared for action and cautioning the Iranian government against harming protesters, whom he assured that assistance was forthcoming.
Despite indications such as Iran closing its airspace that suggested a potential strike, Trump heeded advice from advisors and refrained from carrying out the attack, despite military preparations that had been underway.
Several US allies in the Middle East had urged the Trump administration to hold off on the strike, fearing its destabilizing effects on the region and the global economy. The president consulted a variety of advisors before ultimately opting against military action.
Concerns were raised that a strike might not be sufficient to overthrow the Iranian regime and doubts existed about the availability of adequate military resources for a sustained campaign.
In an unexpected move, Trump expressed gratitude towards Iran for halting the execution of hundreds of political prisoners, indicating a possible shift away from military aggression. Trump had previously outlined executions and violence against protesters as red lines that could trigger action against Iran.
Recent harsh crackdowns in Iran have led to a significant death toll, with thousands reportedly killed in efforts to suppress dissent and protests that initially began over economic issues before evolving into broader anti-government demonstrations.
Despite a relative calm in Tehran and a return to normalcy in daily life, an internet blackout persisted, and reports indicated a lack of unrest in other parts of the country.
Human rights organizations based in the US have reported a death toll of over 3,000 in Iran, marking one of the deadliest periods of protest-related violence in the country in recent history.
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