U.S. Says Iran Halted 800 Executions After Trump Pressure

The United States stated on Thursday that Iran has stopped plans to execute 800 anti-government protesters. Washington claims this action followed pressure from President Donald Trump. Iran faced massive nationwide protests last week, some of the largest since the Islamic Republic's founding. The demonstrations have recently decreased in size. This reduction follows a severe crackdown by authorities, including a week-long nationwide internet shutdown. The U.S. statement also came after American allies in the Gulf region reportedly persuaded Trump to avoid military action against Tehran.