‘KEEP PROTESTING’: Trump cancels talks with Iran, tells citizens ‘HELP IS ON ITS WAY’

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Trump’s latest move comes after earlier threats of military action and negotiations with Tehran. He also announced 25% tariffs on countries that do business with Iran, increasing economic pressure while calling for an end to violence against protesters.

On Truth Social, Donald Trump urged Iranian citizens to continue protesting, saying, “HELP IS ON ITS WAY,” signaling strong support for demonstrators. (AFP)

US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday (January 13) that he has canceled all meetings with Iranian officials in response to the ongoing crackdown on protests in the country.

In a post on Truth Social, he addressed Iranian citizens directly: "Iranian Patriots, KEEP PROTESTING - TAKE OVER YOUR INSTITUTIONS!!! Save the names of the killers and abusers. They will pay a big price. I have cancelled all meetings with Iranian Officials until the senseless killing of protesters STOPS. HELP IS ON ITS WAY."

The message comes as human rights monitors report that more than 2,000 people have been killed in Iran over the past two weeks of unrest.

Trump signals support for protesters

While Trump has repeatedly warned Tehran against using deadly force on antigovernment demonstrators, he has not clarified the specifics of his promised “help.”

Earlier this week, he suggested that Iran is seeking negotiations with Washington after his threats of military action. However, his latest statement indicates a shift toward a more hardline stance: canceling talks and emphasizing support for protesters.