Trump thanks Iran for not executing political prisoners
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Key Points:
- President Donald Trump thanked the Iranian government for canceling the executions of over 800 political prisoners, expressing respect for their decision.
- Trump suggested that the cancellation of executions reduced the likelihood of U.S. military action against Iran, signaling a potential shift from his earlier aggressive stance.
- Despite Trump's comments, the situation in Iran remains complex, with ongoing harsh repression and an estimated death toll of nearly 2,800 protesters according to human rights activists.
- Protests that began in late December have largely ceased, with normal activity returning in Tehran amid a continued internet blackout and no recent reports of unrest elsewhere.
- Trump stated he convinced himself to ease tensions with Iran and did not attribute his change in approach to influence from Arab or Israeli
