US President Donald Trump said he has been assured by “very important sources on the other side” that Iran has halted the killing of protesters and will not proceed with planned executions. According to reporting by The Guardian, Trump added that although these assurances are significant, the United States will “watch it and see” before making any decisions regarding potential military action. Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi echoed this message in an interview with Fox News, stating that “hanging is out of the question” and insisting there is “no plan” for executions.
The Guardian also reports that the family of Erfan Soltani, the first protester sentenced to death since the current unrest began, has been informed that his execution has been postponed. Meanwhile, the United Nations Security Council is preparing to convene for a briefing on the situation in Iran, scheduled at the request of the United States. The meeting underscores the heightened international concern surrounding Tehran’s handling of the protests and the broader regional implications.
In a parallel development, Iran has reopened its airspace after nearly five hours of closure, a move that followed fears of a possible US strike. According to Al Jazeera, the temporary shutdown forced multiple flight diversions across the region before authorities restored normal operations. The reopening suggests a momentary easing of immediate military concerns, even as diplomatic tensions between Washington and Tehran remain elevated.