The US Supreme Court appeared likely on Tuesday in a closely watched pair of cases to uphold state bans on the participation of transgender athletes in girls’ and women’s sports.

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the United States would take “very strong action” if the Iranian government starts hanging protesters, but did not elaborate on what those actions would be.

Iran is witnessing its deadliest crackdown in over a decade, with reports of around 2,000 deaths amid a communications blackout. Security forces have allegedly used lethal force against largely unarmed protesters, resulting in severe injuries. Hospitals are overwhelmed, and authorities are reportedly detaining injured individuals. Despite the brutal repression, defiance persists.