14.01.2026 06:40
U.S. President Donald Trump commented on reports that some protesters in Iran could be executed during ongoing protests, saying, "I am not aware of any hanging incident. If they hang them, you will see some things in return. If they do such a thing, we will take very strong measures."
US President Trump made statements regarding the protests in Iran during an interview with CBS News. Noting that they are closely monitoring the protests in Iran, Trump responded to reports that some protesters could be executed and whether this is a red line for the US by saying, "I am not aware of the hanging incident. If they hang them, you will see some things in return. If such a situation occurs, we will take very strong measures."
ECONOMIC OPTIONS ARE ON THE TABLE
The US President stated that there are many ways the US could help the protesters in Iran, emphasizing that this is not limited to military steps, and that economic and other aid options could also be considered.
"THINGS CHANGE WHEN THEY KILL THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE"
Trump stressed that he believes the process is not going well, saying, "We do not want what is happening in Iran. Protesting is one thing, but when they start killing thousands of people, things change, and now you are talking about hangings. Let's see how this process will turn out for them. It will not end well."
"TAKE OVER THE INSTITUTIONS"
In his latest statement regarding the ongoing protests in Iran on his Truth Social account, US President Trump said, "I call on all Iranian patriots, continue the protests, if possible, take over your institutions and record the names of the killers and abusers who exploit you."
PROTESTS IN IRAN
On December 28, 2025, protests initiated by shopkeepers in the Grand Bazaar of Tehran due to the high depreciation of the local currency against foreign currencies and economic problems spread to many cities across the country.
While no official statement was made regarding those who died or were injured in the protests, the Iran Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) reported on January 13 that in the 16th day of the protests, a total of 664 people, including 133 security personnel and one prosecutor, and 9 under the age of 18 had lost their lives, and 10,721 people had been detained. With the increase in violent incidents and police intervention during the protests, the internet was cut off nationwide on January 9.