Asked whether US allies should evacuate Iran, Mr Trump said: “They should get out ... It’s a good idea.”Iranians attend an anti-government protest in Tehran. The meeting did not include Mr Trump, whom, Ms Leavitt said, was never planning to attend. The White House subsequently said that air strikes were among the “many, many options” on the table for Mr Trump. “The president has shown he’s unafraid to use military options if and when he deems necessary,” said Ms Leavitt. Mr Trump has said his administration has been looking into how to help Iranians regain access to the internet amid a sweeping blackout, including discussions with Elon Musk about his Starlink network.

Source: The Irish Times January 14, 2026 14:36 UTC