Trump hopeful of Iran deal after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warns of regional war

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseFebruary 1, 2026 at 09:03 PM

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Tensions between the US and Iran remain high after Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned that a US attack would trigger a regional war. Khamenei likened recent anti-government protests in Iran to a "coup" and accused rioters of attacking police, government centers, and religious sites. In response, US President Donald Trump stated he remained hopeful of reaching a deal with Iran, despite the escalating rhetoric. Trump's comments follow his previous threats of military action and the deployment of a carrier group to the Middle East after Iran's deadly response to the protests. The situation remains volatile as both countries trade warnings amid ongoing regional instability.

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