In an interview with CBS News on Tuesday, Trump vowed "very strong action" if Iran started hanging protesters but did not elaborate. US-based HRANA rights group said it had so far verified the deaths of 2,403 protesters and 147 government-affiliated individuals. Asked what he meant by "help is on its way", Trump told reporters on Tuesday they would have to figure that out. Trump on Monday announced 25% import tariffs on products from any country doing business with Iran - a major oil exporter. The US State Department on Tuesday urged American citizens to leave Iran now, including by land through Turkey or Armenia.

Source: Bangkok Post January 14, 2026 15:11 UTC