Iran’s president says Trump, Netanyahu, EU stirred tensions during protests

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete January 31, 2026 at 10:26 AM

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Donald Trump, Benjamin Netanyahu, and Europe fueled tensions during recent protests in Iran. Speaking on January 31, 2026, Pezeshkian claimed these foreign powers provoked unrest, equipped individuals, and incited division within Iranian society. He distinguished the protests from normal demonstrations, citing violence against security forces and destruction of property. While Iranian authorities acknowledge over 3,000 deaths, claiming most were security personnel or bystanders, rights groups estimate the toll is much higher. Trump had threatened military action against Iran over the crackdown on these protests, which Tehran alleges were incited by foreign entities.

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