Trump Warns Iran of 'Grave Consequences' as 800 Executions Reportedly Halted
The White House warns Iran of 'grave consequences' if protest killings continue. As of Jan 15, 2026, Trump targets Iranian officials with fresh sanctions amidst military threats.
All options remain on the table. The White House has issued a stark warning to Tehran, signaling that military action isn't off the table if the deadly crackdown on protesters continues.
Trump's Military Warning and Halted Executions
On January 15, 2026, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that President Donald Trump and his team are 'closely monitoring' the volatile situation. In a significant claim, the administration noted that 800 scheduled executions were halted yesterday following US pressure, though no independent evidence was provided to back the assertion.
The unrest, which began in late December 2025, was sparked by soaring inflation and a collapsing local currency. While activist groups claim over 1,000 demonstrators have been killed, the Iranian government maintains that more than 100 security officers have died in what they describe as foreign-backed 'riots'.
Sanctions Intensify Amidst Internet Blackout
Despite a brief softening of Trump's rhetoric earlier this week, Washington has moved forward with fresh sanctions. The latest measures target Ali Larijani and other top officials labeled as the 'architects' of the brutal response.
Information from inside Iran remains scarce as the nationwide internet blackout hits the one-week mark. Reports from NetBlocks and local residents suggest a massive military presence in Tehran. Meanwhile, the IRGC Ground Force Commander, Mohammad Karami, confirmed their forces are at the 'highest possible level' of readiness.
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