Iran is currently going through the most unstable phase in the last several years. It has been two weeks since anti-government protests began across the country, in which so far more than 500 people have died and more than 10,000 have been detained. The fear of America’s intervention seems to be deepening amid increasing protests in Iran. Statements, military briefings and diplomatic signals coming from the US have given rise to speculations that the US may consider direct intervention in the ongoing developments in Iran.
US interference in Iran’s protests 5 Signal
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President Trump openly supported the protesters
US President Donald Trump has given an open statement in support of the protesters demanding regime change in Iran. He said America is ready to help Iran, which is looking for freedom never seen before. “Iran is looking toward independence, perhaps more than ever before,” he said in a post on Truth Social. America is fully ready to help!!!’ At the same time, Senator Lindsey Graham also intensified speculation about possible American action.
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Is America keeping military options open?, Briefing given to Trump
President Trump has indicated that he may be willing to attack the Islamic Republic to protect peaceful protesters. According to a New York Times report, the US President has been briefed in recent days on several military options related to targeting Iran. According to the report, these options include targeted attacks on selected targets in Tehran, which may also include non-military infrastructure related to the regime’s internal security system.
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Is America preparing air strikes on Iran?,
According to a report in the Wall Street Journal, America is considering large-scale air strikes on several military bases in Iran. However, no final consensus has been reached on this in Washington yet.
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Israel on high alert regarding possible US intervention
Just hours after President Trump’s independence statement, Israel said that it is on high alert in view of possible US intervention. According to news agency Reuters, three people involved in Israeli security meetings held at the end of the week said that Israel is preparing for possible action by America in Iran.
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Reza Pahlavi hints at possible comeback
Iran’s former Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, who is currently in exile, has appealed to the protesters to intensify the movement and has also hinted at his possible return. He said in a post on social media platform X on Sunday (January 11, 2026), ‘You people should know that you are not alone. Your compatriots around the world are proudly cheering you on, and you’re certainly seeing images of their massive presence on TV. Today the whole world stands with your national revolution.
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