Trump Warns Iran: "No Plan" to Execute Protesters, Military Action Possible
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U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that Iran has "no plan" to execute anti-government protesters, but he did not rule out potential American military action.
The comments come as Iran temporarily closed its airspace to nearly all flights. The shutdown caused major travel disruption but was reportedly due to a military drill, not the ongoing protests.
Iran has seen weeks of demonstrations following the death of Mahsa Amini in police custody. Some Iranian officials have called for harsh punishments, including execution, for protesters they label as "rioters."
When asked if the U.S. would intervene to stop possible executions, President Trump said he did not believe Iran would follow through. However, he added that the U.S. is "always watching" and refused to take the option of military force off the table.
The situation remains tense, with the international community monitoring Iran's internal crackdown and its broader military activities.