"Karoline Leavitt said on Monday that diplomacy is always the first option but that military attacks are on the table. One thing President Trump is very good at is always keeping all of his options on the table. And air strikes would be one of the many, many options that are on the table for the commander in chief, Leavitt told reporters."
"Large-scale protests and riots have roiled Iran, with security forces responding with a lethal crackdown over the last several days that is estimated to have killed hundreds of people. Iranian authorities have said that scores of security personnel have also been killed in the riots. Opposition activists say the death toll is higher and includes hundreds of protesters. Al Jazeera cannot independently verify these figures. Details have been difficult to verify amid an internet blackout."
US administration holds military options against Iran, including air strikes, while stating a preference for diplomacy. Officials emphasize keeping all options available for the commander in chief. Large-scale protests in Iran have prompted a lethal security crackdown over recent days, with estimates of hundreds killed and reports of security personnel casualties; verification is hindered by an internet blackout. The US previously targeted Iranian nuclear facilities in June and continues to threaten further strikes. Some administration figures are reportedly urging renewed diplomatic efforts or less severe alternatives, while international law concerns are raised about potential US strikes.
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