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Air France said it would temporarily stop its service to Dubai as it closely watches the unfolding situation. The airline confirmed the decision in a statement, noting that it was taking precautionary steps amid the uncertainty in the region.
The protests began on December 28, 2025 over rising prices and economic hardship but quickly evolved into a nationwide movement demanding the resignation of Supreme Leader Ali Hosseini Khamenei.
The British embassy in Tehran has been temporarily closed and will operate remotely, while the US embassy in Doha has urged staff to limit travel to the air base and exercise heightened caution. Human rights organizations report that more than 2,400 protesters have been killed during Iran’s crackdown, underlining the seriousness of the unrest.
The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency said at least 1,850 protesters, 135 security-affiliated individuals, nine uninvolved civilians, and nine children have died over 17 days of violent demonstrations, despite strict internet restrictions.
The White House has not clarified which imports will be most affected or how the tariffs will be enforced. Iran’s top trade partners include China, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, and India, making the new measure potentially wide-reaching.
Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei addressed the nation on television, insisting the government would not yield. He accused the demonstrators of acting on behalf of émigré opposition groups and the United States. Tehran’s public prosecutor also warned that those committing sabotage or attacking security forces face the death penalty.
The Human Rights Activists News Agency said 34 of the fatalities were protesters and two were linked to security forces. Iranian officials have not released an official death toll but have acknowledged that three members of the security forces have died.
Iran's meteorological organisation said rainfall had decreased by about 89% this year compared with the long-term average, Irna reported.
President Masoud Pezeshkian has warned that if there is not enough rainfall soon, Tehran's water supply could be rationed. But he said that even rationing might not be enough to prevent a disaster.
Trump announced the decision ahead of a scheduled meeting with China’s President Xi Jinping, arguing that nuclear testing was needed to “balance power” against rival nations. The US last carried out a nuclear test on September 23, 1992, under the administration of George H. W. Bush.
The new measures took effect as the three European partners to the deal - the UK, France and Germany - activated the so-called "snapback" mechanism, accusing Iran of "continued nuclear escalation" and lack of co-operation.
Saturday’s execution brings to at least ten the number of people hanged in connection with the protests that followed Amini’s death.