Iran protests LIVE: Tehran says Trump encouraging political destabilisation

Al JazeeraEN 1 min read 100% complete by Lyndal Rowlands,Erin HaleJanuary 14, 2026 at 04:00 AM

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In January 2026, Iran's UN ambassador, Amir Saeid Iravani, accused US President Donald Trump of encouraging political destabilization and inciting violence within Iran. The accusation, delivered in a letter to the UN Security Council, comes amidst ongoing protests in Iran. Trump has publicly supported the protests, urging Iranians to "take over your institutions" and promising assistance. Iran's government believes the US is attempting to create a justification for military intervention. Trump stated to US media that the goal is to "win" Iran. The situation unfolds as the US President warns of "strong action" regarding the crackdown on protests.

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UN 40% UN Security Council 50% Amir Saeid Iravani 60% Tehran 70% United States ×280% Donald Trump ×490% Iran ×595%

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iran protests 100% donald trump 90% political destabilisation 80% us intervention 70% us foreign policy 60% un security council 50% inciting violence 40%