Trump Threatens 25% US Tariff on Countries That Trade With Iran

Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Nations Doing Business With Iran Amid Nationwide Protests

Washington/Tehran – US President Donald Trump announced a 25 percent tariff on any country trading with Iran, intensifying pressure as Iran continues to face widespread protests.

Trump, who has repeatedly threatened Iran with military action, said in a social media post that the tariffs would “immediately” target the Islamic republic’s trading partners that also do business with the United States. “This Order is final and conclusive,” he added, without specifying which nations would be affected.

According to economic data, Iran’s main trading partners include China, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, and Iraq. Experts warn that the new tariffs could disrupt global trade and force countries to choose between Iran and access to the US market.

Growing Unrest in Iran

The announcement comes as Iran faces its largest wave of protests in decades, sparked by economic grievances and escalating into a challenge to the country’s theocratic leadership. Demonstrators have defied a near-total internet blackout and violent crackdowns by security forces.

Human rights groups have warned that the government’s internet shutdown is making it difficult to verify casualties, and that civilians are at serious risk. The Norway-based NGO Iran Human Rights (IHR) said the international community has a duty to protect protesters from mass killings.

US Advises Citizens to Leave

The US State Department urged American citizens and US-Iranian dual nationals to leave Iran immediately. It warned that Iranian authorities do not recognize dual nationality and could detain individuals solely for their US ties.

Global Reactions

China strongly opposed Trump’s tariff threat, saying it was against unilateral sanctions and long-arm jurisdiction. A spokesperson for the Chinese embassy in Washington said, “Tariff wars have no winners, and coercion cannot solve problems. China will protect its legitimate rights.”

Meanwhile, Iran’s government has sought to project control with mass pro-government rallies, which Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei called a warning to the United States. Iran’s parliament speaker described the country as fighting a “four-front war” — economic, psychological, military, and anti-terrorism.

Despite these tensions, Trump indicated that Iran’s leadership had contacted him to negotiate, though Iran maintains it is “fully prepared for war” if necessary.

International Condemnation

The European Union and France have condemned the crackdown on protesters, calling for respect for human rights. The European Parliament banned Iranian diplomats from its premises, while Russian state media criticized foreign interference in Iran’s internal affairs.

With mounting international pressure and an escalating economic and diplomatic standoff, the situation in Iran remains tense and unpredictable.

🌐 For live updates on Iran, US trade policy, and global geopolitics, follow chatzyr.net — your trusted source for verified news and expert analysis.