President Trump said "the killing has stopped" in Iran but warned the US is still weighing military options. Thousands are reported to have died amid weeks-long protests, and Trump pledged support for demonstrators, saying help was "on its way." Tehran has both threatened reprisals if attacked and signaled conciliatory moves, including pausing an execution. Gulf states cautioned that US intervention could destabilize the region and harm their standing, according to The New York Times.
Trump: "The Killing Has Stopped" In Iran — US Keeps Military Options On The Table
US President Donald Trump said "the killing has stopped" in Iran, while warning that Washington is still considering military options. His remarks came amid weeks of unrest that international media and rights groups say have left thousands dead.
What Trump Said
Trump pledged support for demonstrators and said help was "on its way," but emphasized that the United States had not ruled out military action.
"The killing has stopped," he stated, adding that US officials were continuing to review their options.
Context And Reported Casualties
Reports from journalists, activists and rights organizations indicate that thousands of people have been killed during weeks of protests and a subsequent government crackdown. Iran has shown mixed signals — issuing threats of reprisals if attacked, while also taking conciliatory steps such as suspending the execution of a protester.
Regional Reactions
Washington’s Gulf allies — including states that are regional rivals of Tehran — have urged caution, warning that a US military intervention could undermine regional security and harm their reputations as safe destinations for foreign investment, The New York Times reported. These governments say the ripple effects of intervention could be damaging to economic and political stability across the Gulf.
What Comes Next
The situation remains fluid. US officials say military options remain under review while diplomatic, humanitarian and economic responses are also being considered. International attention continues to focus on human rights concerns in Iran and the wider implications for regional stability.
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