Overview
- Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf warned that U.S. military assets and Israel would be “legitimate targets,” signaling possible preemptive action if Washington attacks.
- U.S. officials say Trump has been briefed on options that include strikes on security forces, cyber operations, new sanctions, and expanded satellite internet access for protesters.
- Commanders overseeing U.S. forces in the region reportedly advised delaying any strike to consolidate positions and bolster defenses against likely Iranian retaliation.
- Activist tallies of deaths range widely, with HRANA citing at least 116 on Saturday and some outlets later reporting 466 or more, as a sweeping internet and phone shutdown hinders verification.
- Protests have spread across all 31 provinces for a third week, while Israel’s military says it is monitoring developments and Netanyahu plans security consultations.