There are speculations about the use of military force within 24-48 hours
On Thursday morning, Iranian authorities decided to close the country's airspace to all flights except for international ones that have special permission. This was reported by the Flightradar24 service.
At the same time, German authorities recommended their airlines avoid flights over Iran. Poland, Italy, and Spain urged their citizens to leave the country "by any available means." In response to the ongoing unrest, the UK suspended operations at its embassy in Tehran and recalled staff.
According to Reuters on January 14, sources in the US report the possible use of military force against Iran within the next 24-48 hours. The White House is considering several intervention options, including military strikes, cyberattacks, and new sanctions. In response, Iran warned of its readiness to take measures, including strikes on American bases in the Middle East.
Since December 28, mass protests have been ongoing in Iran, triggered by the worsening economic situation and high inflation. Iranian authorities claim that extremist forces are involved in the unrest and that they are subject to external interference. According to human rights organizations, the death toll has reached 2,403 people, including 12 minors and 147 law enforcement officers. More than 1,134 people have been injured, and 18,434 have been detained.
US President Donald Trump stated that there would be "harsh measures" in the event of executions of protesters. The Iranian Foreign Ministry called on the US to start negotiations. At the same time, a US Navy aircraft carrier strike group is heading to the Middle East from the South China Sea, as reported by NewsNation journalist Kelly Meyer citing her sources.
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