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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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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After three days of violent protests in Iran, President Masoud Pezeshkian has made harsh remarks. He has condemned those who spread disturbance in Iranian society under the guise of rioters and terrorists. He said that America and Israel want to spread chaos and disorder in Iran by ordering riots. He appealed to the people of Iran to distance themselves from rioters and terrorists.

Iran’s President addressed the nation

President Pezeshkian, while addressing the nation on Sunday (January 11), assured the people of Iran that the government will pay attention to their demands and concerns. Along with this, he also warned that rioters will not be allowed to create disturbance in the society.

Peshakian said in an interview with Iran’s state TV channel, ‘Iranians should not allow rioters to create chaos in the society. People have to understand that the government wants justice. People are concerned; We also realize it. He said that we are ready to talk to the protesters, the authorities will listen to everything they say, but the rioters are trying to destroy the entire Iranian society.

Around 203 people killed in nationwide protests

More than 100 people are reported to have been killed allegedly in the Iranian government’s action. Meanwhile, according to AP report, at least 203 people have been killed in nationwide protests in Iran, but social activists say that the death toll could be much higher. For the first time since the beginning of the protests, Pezeshkian also presented an economic plan to provide some relief to Iranians. The country affected by the sanctions is still struggling with economic crisis.

NEW: Iranian President Pezeshkian speaks about protests:

They brought terrorists into the country from abroad. They set fire to mosques.

They set fire people, beheaded some.

These people do not belong to this country. If someone belongs to this country, let them protest, and… pic.twitter.com/GRqzHbqCCD

— Clash Report (@clashreport) January 11, 2026

The protests, which began as small demonstrations against the rising cost of living and growing economic crisis in Iran’s capital Tehran, have now reached their 14th consecutive day despite a massive security crackdown and a total internet blackout.

Protestors demand removal of Khamenei regime

The protesters have demanded the removal of the regime led by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. People are protesting against the government on the streets of Tehran, while Iran’s exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi has indicated that he will return and appealed to the protesters to continue the demonstrations.

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