Trump says Iran pauses executions of detained protesters as military options remain under review

U.S. President Donald Trump says Iran has put a halt to carrying out death sentences against protesters who were detained during recent unrest, while warning that Washington is still weighing possible military action.

Speaking to reporters, Trump said his administration is closely monitoring the actions of the Iranian government and assessing its response to international pressure over the treatment of detainees. He described the reported pause in executions as a temporary development and said further steps by Tehran would influence U.S. decision-making.

The heightened tensions have prompted precautionary measures in the region. Some American personnel have been advised to leave U.S.-built military facilities in Qatar, while several countries have issued advisories urging their citizens to depart Iran amid growing uncertainty.

The situation follows a warning issued earlier this week by Trump, who said the United States would respond forcefully if Iran proceeded with executing detained protesters. Human rights concerns related to Iran’s handling of demonstrations have drawn criticism from Western governments and international observers.