U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Iranians to continue nationwide protests and take over the country's institutions, stating that "HELP IS ON ITS WAY." This message appeared to signal a shift in U.S. policy towards toppling the Iranian government.

• A rights group estimated the crackdown on protests has killed at least 648 people.
• President Trump stated on Truth Social, "Iranian Patriots, KEEP PROTESTING - TAKE OVER YOUR INSTITUTIONS!!!"
• Trump also announced a 25-percent tariff on any country doing business with Iran.