Overview
- Iran's judiciary chief Gholamhosein Mohseni Ejei announced expedited prosecutions and executions for detained demonstrators.
- The U.S. State Department and Amnesty International flagged an imminent first execution, identifying Erfan Soltani, 26, with a date set for January 14.
- President Trump warned of "very strong" measures, suspended official contacts with Tehran, and his national security team drew up military, sanctions, and cyber options.
- Defense Minister Aziz Nafizardeh said Iran would target U.S. bases in the region, as well as facilities of countries aiding any U.S. attack.
- Qatar confirmed some U.S. personnel were leaving Al Udeid air base as a precaution, while an ongoing internet shutdown clouds casualty counts, with rights groups reporting figures from hundreds to several thousand dead and more than 10,000 detained.