President Donald Trump of the United States has revealed a new economic measure against Iran. As per his statement, every country interacting with Iran will be subject to a 25 percent tariff imposed by the United States. The ruling is applicable from this moment onwards. Trump made this announcement via his social media platform, Truth Social.
Iran and Trade Partners Affected by the New Measure
Iran has been suffering from a severe economic crisis. The nation has been carrying out protests for over two weeks now. The demonstrations were triggered by the surge in the prices of basic commodities and a drastic decrease in the worth of the national currency.
There are numerous countries that have always been doing considerable trade with Iran. Among them are:
- China
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- Iraq
- India
The imposition of tariffs is likely to put economic pressure on Iran and have an impact on its trade with these nations.
US Signals Stronger Action
This announcement coincides with reports that the US may be willing to take stronger steps against Iran. Earlier, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that airstrikes could be one of the options being considered. These comments contributed to the speculation of possible military actions.
Protests and Casualties in Iran
Protests all over Iran started on November 28. The demonstrations reached different cities. According to reports, 646 deaths have been caused so far due to the violence between the protesters and the police forces.
US Advisory for Citizens in Iran
The US government has advised its citizens who are currently in Iran to be cautious. They are informed that there is a possibility of the situation escalating dangerously. They are urged to leave Iran without delay. In case they cannot exit, they are suggested to shift to safer places. Due to the reports of potential US military intervention, these alerts are more relevant than ever.
Reports of Possible Execution
Iranian authorities are also facing criticism over their response to the protests. Reports indicate that 26-year-old Irfan Soltani, who took part in the demonstrations, may face execution. He was arrested on January 8 in a suburb of Tehran. Human rights organizations and media sources report that preparations are underway for his execution on January 14.
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