US President Donald Trump has said that killings linked to Iran’s crackdown on nationwide protests are slowing down, while warning signs of a possible US military intervention continue to raise concern across the Middle East. Speaking during an event at the White House, Trump stated that reliable sources suggested there was no current plan for large-scale executions of protesters in Iran.
His remarks come as tensions remain high, with Gulf Arab nations increasingly worried that the United States could launch military strikes on Iran. Trump did not rule out intervention, saying Washington is closely monitoring the situation, while his advisers review several response options. Regional diplomats and analysts caution that any military action could intensify Iran’s crackdown, suppress public protests, and provoke retaliatory missile attacks on US bases in the region.
Experts also warned that a broader conflict could destabilize Iran further, potentially leading to internal chaos, unsecured missile stockpiles, and expanded unrest among ethnic minorities. Despite the scale of protests, US intelligence assessments indicate the Iranian government is not on the verge of collapse.
Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi denied allegations of planned executions, stating clearly that hanging protesters is not under consideration. The ongoing protests are considered the largest challenge to Iran’s leadership since the 1979 revolution, with reported death tolls exceeding 2,600, though observers believe the true number may be higher.
As pressure builds, Middle Eastern governments continue urging restraint, while Trump’s administration signals it is prepared to maintain pressure on Tehran through multiple strategies.
