Iran’s president on Tuesday warned US “threats” against the Islamic Republic would only cause instability, as a US naval strike group led by an aircraft carrier took up position in Middle Eastern waters. Axios said Trump declined to discuss the options presented to him by his national security team, or which he prefers. The US briefly joined Israel’s 12-day war against Iran in June with strikes on nuclear sites. “Security agencies continue to pursue an approach centered on mass arrests, intimidation, and control of the narrative,” Hrana said. Over the weekend, Persian-language TV channel Iran International, which is based outside Iran, said more than 36,500 Iranians were killed by security forces between January 8 and 9, citing reports, documents and sources.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 28, 2026 12:51 UTC