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Trump: 'Executions in Iran Have Stopped' - Araghchi Dismisses Reports of Thousands Dead

Published January 15, 2026, 06:19
Trump: 'Executions in Iran Have Stopped' - Araghchi Dismisses Reports of Thousands Dead

US President Donald Trump announced he has been informed that executions in Iran have stopped, following reports of thousands killed during the suppression of protests. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi dismissed claims of mass casualties, attributing any deaths to an “Israeli conspiracy.” While expressing hope for de-escalation, Trump did not rule out military intervention, stating his administration will “wait and see.” Simultaneously, a precautionary withdrawal of US personnel from a military base in Qatar was announced. Trump had previously voiced support for the protesters, while reports of the death toll range from 1,847 to over 3,000, according to various sources. The Iranian judiciary has warned of swift repression, raising concerns about potential severe punishments, including executions.