Washington DC, Jan. 12 -- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Monday (local time) said that US President Donald Trump continues to keep "all options on the table" in dealing with Iran, including military action, while emphasising that diplomacy remains his preferred first step.

Responding to a question on Iran and whether ongoing protests could end without military intervention, Leavitt said, "I think one thing President Trump is very good at is always keeping all of his options on the table, and airstrikes would be one of the many, many options that are on the table for the Commander in Chief. Diplomacy is always the first option for the president."

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