Iran's Inflation Protests Turned Into an Uprising. Will Trump Get Involved?
Reason Magazine • 1/12/2026 – 1/14/2026
Summary
Iran is experiencing unrest that began with a merchants' strike and escalated into a bloody crackdown. This situation has the potential to evolve into an American war. There is a question regarding whether Trump will get involved.
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