The ongoing protests in Iran have sparked global concern, with the potential for deadly consequences. But here's where it gets controversial: Donald Trump claims that the killing of protesters has ceased, and executions are 'out of the question' according to Tehran. This claim comes after days of Trump's repeated assurances to aid the Iranian people against the government's crackdown, which human rights groups say has resulted in over 3,400 deaths and 10,000 arrests. But what's more, Trump says he will 'watch and see' about threatened military action, despite the recent de-escalation of tensions. This announcement comes as a surprise, as earlier, Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, stated there was no plan to execute people in retaliation for the protests. Araghchi's comments also highlight a shift in Iran's stance, as the country's airspace was closed to flights without explanation, and military tensions were high. However, the situation is far from resolved, as the UN Security Council is set to meet, and foreign ministers from the G7 group are prepared to impose additional measures on Iran. This leaves the question: is the threat of military action truly over, or is it just beginning?
