Bannon said America had its own issues to deal with and should not be getting involved in other nations’ issues.

Donald Trump’s threat comes as a wave of protests has erupted across Iran, leading to at least seven deaths so far

By Andrea Shalal, Maayan Lubell and Gram Slattery PALM BEACH, Florida, Dec 29 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday the United States could support another major strike on Iran were it to resume rebuilding its ballistic missile or nuclear weapons programs and warned Hamas of severe consequences if it does not disarm.

U.S. sanctions on Iran have taken a heavy toll on the country’s economy, contributing to the current protest movement.

U.S. officials voice support for Iranian demonstrators as protests intensify following currency crisis, with reports of tear gas and security crackdowns.

TEHRAN, Iran -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday said his country’s answer to an attack would be harsh, which appeared to be in response to a warning by U.S. President Donald Trump over reconstruction of Iran’s nuclear program.

Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of the last shah of Iran, thanked President Donald Trump for his "support" of Iranian protesters.