The situation in Iran is worsening rapidly and America has come into full alert mode. Amidst the continuous violent protests and strict government action, America has instructed its citizens to leave Iran immediately. The situation seems to be such that US President Donald Trump may adopt a very aggressive stance towards Iran.

America issued emergency alert
The US State Department issued an emergency security alert on Monday, January 12, 2026. In this, all American citizens present in Iran have been asked to leave the country without any delay. America says that the security situation in Iran has become very bad and the situation can worsen any time.

Hundreds died in protests, thousands arrested
Large-scale protests have been going on in many cities of Iran for the last two weeks. Security forces have taken strict action to crush these demonstrations. According to reports, more than 500 people have lost their lives so far and thousands of protesters have been detained.

People with dual citizenship are most at risk
The US government has warned that especially people having dual citizenship (US-Iran) are in serious danger. The government of Iran does not recognize dual citizenship and strict laws can be implemented by considering such people as full Iranian citizens. Arrest can be made on the basis of American passport or any evidence related to America.

Internet and mobile services completely closed
The Iranian government has shut down internet and mobile networks across the country to stop the demonstrations. Due to this the communication system has come to a complete standstill. Human rights organization Amnesty International says that this step is an attempt to hide the actions of security forces and human rights violations.

Flights canceled, airport almost closed
Due to the turbulent situation, many international airlines have canceled flights to Iran. Lufthansa, Emirates, Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways have limited their services till 16 January. Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport has become almost isolated, making it extremely difficult for people to get out.

road evacuation advice
America has asked its citizens that if air travel is not possible, they should try to leave Iran by road towards Armenia or Turkey. However, security risks remain in this also.

No American embassy, ​​difficult to get help
There is no US embassy in Iran. In such a situation, it is almost impossible for American citizens in crisis to get government help. For this reason, America has appealed to leave the country in time.

Trump’s tough message, hints at military action
US President Donald Trump has taken a tough stance regarding the action being taken against protesters in Iran. The White House has indicated that if Iran crosses America’s ‘red line’, military action will not be ruled out. The Trump administration has advised its citizens to stay away from demonstrations, take shelter in a safe place and keep essential food items with them.

Protests have been going on in Iran for the last few days against the country’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. People have come out on the streets and are expressing anger towards the government. US President Donald Trump had threatened the Khamenei government on this issue. Now a befitting reply has come from the Khamenei government. Khamenei’s close advisor has said that America should care about its soldiers to the exclusion of others.

Protests against inflation and economic problems in Iran turned violent, in which 6 people died. The movement has now spread across the country. Trump warned and said, ,If Iran kills the protesting people, then America is fully ready to help them and attack.,

What was Iran’s response to Trump’s threat?

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani responded to this, He said, ‘America should know that interfering in our internal affairs is like spreading chaos in the entire region, Trump has started this. They should worry about their soldiers. The important thing is that till now 2 people have died in Lordegan and 3 in Ajna. A security personnel also died in Kuhdasht in the night. Dozens of people were arrested in many cities.

with statements by Israeli officials and @realDonaldTrumpIt became clear what I was running behind. The tension between the situation of the traders and the actions of the terrorists, and the fact that Trump realized that he had invaded the United States in this internal situation, led to the devastation of the entire stability of the region and the destruction of the good… pic.twitter.com/QPIp8pJ8Xl

—Ali Larijani علی لاریجANI (@alilarijani_ir) January 2, 2026

Why are protests happening in Iran?

Let us tell you that this is the first time after the anti-hijab protests in 2022 that a large number of people have taken to the streets in Iran. This demonstration is being done regarding inflation as well as worsening economic situation.

The Iranian government is showing a very strict attitude towards the protests. Many protesters have been arrested in the last few days. However, its complete figures have not been revealed yet.