Trump says killings in Iran have stopped, executions reportedly cancelled

Trump says killings in Iran have stopped, executions reportedly cancelled
Trump returns from Detroit, Michigan, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, U.S., January 13, 2026.
Reuters

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he has been informed the killing of anti-government protesters in Iran has stopped and that planned executions would not go ahead, though details remain unclear.

 “There were supposed to be a lot of executions today and that the executions won’t take place. We’re going to find out. I mean, I’ll find out after this. You’ll find out. But we’ve been told on good authority, and I hope it’s true. Who knows, right? Who knows? Crazy world,” he added.

The unrest in Iran is the deadliest since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, with thousands reportedly killed and tens of thousands arrested. Despite the unrest, the Iranian government appears to retain control over security forces and key institutions.

The crisis has raised international concern, with Tehran warning it could strike U.S. bases if military action is taken, prompting the United States and the United Kingdom to withdraw some personnel from regional bases as a precaution.

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