Unrest in Iran sparks international warnings and diplomatic moves |
Conflicting reports continue to circulate on the internet and in the media regarding the protests in Iran. Pro-government outlets insist that demonstrations have subsided and claim the situation is under control. Meanwhile, footage of a rally held in Tehran on the night of January 13 flooded social media, directly contradicting official narratives.
International reactions have further complicated the picture. On January 14, headlines reported that several regional countries, including Israel, privately urged the United States not to strike Iran, warning that military action or regime change could destabilise the region and disrupt global oil markets.
Canada has advised its citizens to avoid all travel to Iran and urged those already in the country to leave if possible. A day earlier, the United States issued a similar warning to its citizens, while France withdrew non-essential diplomatic staff. Some observers suggest these moves signal potential U.S. involvement in the unfolding crisis.
True to form, U.S. President Donald Trump shared a post encouraging demonstrators, hinting at support. Although he declined to clarify how Washington might assist, his remarks fueled........