Unrest ‍in Iran has killed more than 500 people, a rights group said on Sunday, as Tehran threatened to target U.S. military bases if President Donald Trump carries out threats to intervene on behalf of protesters. Meanwhile, Iran govt has called for nationwide marches today (January 12, 2026) backing Islamic republic. Mr. Trump is expected to meet ⁠senior advisers on Tuesday (January 13) ⁠to discuss options for ‌Iran. With the Islamic Republic’s clerical establishment facing the biggest demonstrations since 2022, Mr. Trump has repeatedly threatened to intervene if force is used on protesters. Also Read: Israel on high alert for possibility of U.S. intervention in Iran, say sourcesIranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf warned Washington against “a miscalculation”.

Source: The Hindu January 11, 2026 19:28 UTC