Newshour Trump says 'killing has stopped' in Iran after violent protest crackdown
Jan 15, 2026
The Iranian foreign minister claims no plans for executions following protest crackdowns, while Trump threatens severe action against Iran. Meanwhile, NATO troops arrive in Greenland, hinting at U.S. ambitions for the territory. A split within the Taliban emerges, revealing internal conflicts over leadership. Julian Barnes shares his thoughts on AI's impact on literature and his decision to retire from novel writing. Additionally, Uganda faces voting delays and biometric technology failures, raising concerns over electoral integrity.
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Trump Says Killings Have Stopped
- President Trump said he was "told that the killing in Iran is stopping" and later claimed executions were not planned.
- Lise Doucette suggests his statements may reflect last-minute unpredictability rather than firm policy.
Iran Denies Execution Plans
- Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi told Fox News there were no plans for hangings and claimed calm had returned.
- The BBC notes it's unclear who persuaded Trump and points to diplomatic de-escalation.
Trump's 'Keep Everyone Guessing' Style
- Lise Doucette frames Trump's approach as deliberate unpredictability, saying he keeps options open and likes to keep everyone guessing.
- She warns this makes it hard to predict whether military options are truly off the table.
