Iran is expected to execute the first protester in retaliation to the nationwide unrest that has rocked the country, according to the U.S. State Department and human rights groups. It comes as President Donald Trump is warning of "very strong action" if the regime goes through with the execution.

January 14, 2026 Iran Expected to Execute First Protestor Amid Nationwide Unrest Iran is expected to execute the first protester in retaliation to the nationwide unrest that has rocked the country, according to the U.S. State Department and human rights groups. It comes as President Donald Trump is warning of "very strong action" if the regime goes through with the execution. READ MORE Registration Opens for Los Angeles 2028 Olympics Ticket Draw WATCH NOW Inside the Hype Around the Wildly Popular 'Heated Rivalry' Series WATCH NOW Clintons Refuse to Testify in Epstein Inquiry Amid Contempt Threat WATCH NOW Saw it on TODAY 3RD HOUR OF TODAY SOTOMethod Founder Talks Trading Finance for Fitness WATCH NOW TODAY WITH JENNA & SHEINELLE Jenna and Sheinelle Make a Time Capsule: See What They Store! WATCH NOW SHOP TODAY Amazon Bestsellers Worth the Hype: The Only Dish Soap One Editor Uses, 2-in-1 Shower Oil and More, From $6 SHOP NOW Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters Copyright © 2026 TODAY | 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112 View in Browser | Manage Subscriptions | Unsubscribe | Privacy