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January 13, 2026
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Trump briefed on military and covert options for Iran, sources say

Trump briefed on military and covert options for Iran, sources say

Trump announced a 25% tariff on goods from countries with commercial ties to Iran on Monday, as rights groups say more than 600 protesters have been killed in three weeks of anti-government protests. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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President Donald Trump has been briefed on a range of military and covert options for intervening in Iran amidst ongoing anti-government protests, with White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stating Trump is "unafraid to use military options." This comes as more than 600 protesters have been killed in three weeks of unrest.

  • Long-range missile strikes, cyber operations, and psychological campaign responses are among the options presented to Trump.
  • Trump announced a 25% tariff on goods from countries commercially tied to Iran, a move expected to worsen Iran's economic crisis.
  • Iran's Foreign Minister has expressed openness to talks but stated Tehran remains "prepared for war," while Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei accused the US of "deceit."

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