Overview
- Iran's judiciary said Soltani was not sentenced to death and stated his charges—collusion against internal security and propaganda against the regime—do not carry capital punishment.
- Hengaw and family members had said authorities told them his death sentence was final and that a hanging set for January 14 was later postponed.
- Soltani, a 26-year-old shop owner from Fardis, was arrested over recent protests and is reported to be held in Karaj’s Ghezel Hesar prison, with access to his case files described as restricted.
- President Trump warned of "very strong action" if protesters were hanged and later said he was told executions had been called off, while keeping the possibility of U.S. action on the table.
- European military officials told Reuters the United States could act within 24 hours, as rights groups reported over 3,400 killed, flight tracking showed a brief airspace closure, and internet restrictions continued to hinder verification.