Eyre: US Strike in Iran Could Become a Regional Problem

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US President Donald Trump has hinted at potential military action in Iran in response to deadly crackdowns, but also mentioned that Iran's leadership has reached out for talks, with a meeting being set up.

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President Donald Trump says the US is looking at potential options in response to reports of deadly crackdowns in Iran. Trump also said Iran's leadership has reached out to seek talks and a meeting is being set up, but the US may have to act before the meeting. Alan Eyre, Former Senior US Diplomat and Distinguished Diplomatic Fellow at the Middle East Institute spoke to Bloomberg’s Horizons Middle East and Africa anchor Joumanna Bercetche about the protests and potential US response. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Original article published by Bloomberg on January 12, 2026.
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