The Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday, January 21, citing American officials, that President Donald Trump is set to hold a meeting on Tuesday with senior members of his administration to discuss specific options for responding to the protests in Iran.

According to the newspaper, this meeting will include a review of potential next steps, including military strikes, the use of covert cyber weapons against military and civilian targets in Iran, the imposition of further sanctions against the Iranian government, and strengthening anti-government resources and movements in the online space.

The White House has stated that it will not comment on this report.

The Wall Street Journal also noted that officials such as the Secretaries of Defense and State will be present at Tuesday's meeting, but it is not expected that the U.S. President will make a final decision at that time, and no immediate action is anticipated.

The U.S. government is also considering sending Starlink devices into Iran; if this occurs, it would be the first time that Mr. Trump grants permission for the transfer of these terminals for satellite internet access to Iran.

According to the report, the Pentagon has not moved any forces in preparation for potential military strikes. The United States must not only deploy the necessary equipment and capabilities for any attack but also consider measures to protect American forces in the region.

Since the onset of the protests in Iran, Donald Trump has repeatedly warned the Islamic Republic not to kill the protesters. On Saturday, he stated in a message that the United States is ready to help Iran achieve freedom.