US Military Considers Very Strong Options Against Iran

January 12, 2026 • Al Jazeera

US Military Considers Very Strong Options Against Iran

US President Donald Trump has confirmed that the United States is closely monitoring the ongoing protests in Iran. According to Trump, Washington is exploring various options in response to the situation, which include potential military intervention.

Trump stated that the US government is taking the protests “very seriously” and that the military is also assessing the situation. He mentioned that Iran’s leadership has reached out to him, seeking to negotiate a resolution to the crisis.

A meeting between Trump and Iranian officials is reportedly being arranged, although Trump noted that there may be circumstances under which action is taken before such a meeting can take place. The US President emphasized that Washington will make a determination regarding its next steps in response to the protests.

Trump’s comments were made during a press conference on board Air Force One, where he addressed reporters and provided an update on the situation in Iran. The details of any potential military intervention or other actions remain unclear at this time.

Source: Al Jazeera