Trump Says Iran Protest Killings Have Stopped
US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he has been told by what he described as “very important sources” that the killing of protesters in Iran has stopped and that there are no current plans for mass executions. He said the situation would need to be closely watched to see whether these assurances hold.
Situation In Iran
Nationwide protests against Iran’s government, which began in late 2025 over economic pressures and political grievances, have been met with a harsh response from Iranian security forces. Human rights groups and activists estimate that thousands of people have been killed and tens of thousands detained, although exact figures remain difficult to verify due to media restrictions and limited access for independent observers.
Iran’s foreign minister has publicly denied reports of impending executions, stating that such measures are not under consideration. Despite this, rights groups continue to warn that the situation on the ground remains volatile.
Broader Context
The unrest has added to already strained relations between Iran and the United States, with growing international concern over human rights and regional stability.
