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Iran Protest Death Toll Tops 500 as Tehran Warns U.S. and Israel of Retaliation

With an internet blackout limiting verification, the White House is weighing responses that range from sanctions to possible strikes.

Overview

  • HRANA reports at least 490 protesters and 48 security personnel killed, with more than 10,600 arrests in two weeks of unrest.
  • State media announced three days of mourning for security personnel and aired images of body bags and funerals as officials labeled some demonstrators “terrorists.”
  • AFP-verified footage showed dozens of bodies outside the Kahrizak morgue south of Tehran during the nationwide communications shutdown.
  • Iran’s parliament speaker warned that U.S. bases, ships and Israel would be “legitimate targets” if America attacks.
  • President Trump voiced support for demonstrators and, according to officials and media reports, is reviewing options including cyber operations, expanded sanctions and potential strikes.