Move comes after Iran's FM says communication open with the US, warns against military action.

Iranian president calls for unity as protests triggered by an economic crisis escalate into the worst unrest in years.

Move comes after Iran's FM says communication open with the US, warns against military action.

Iran's FM Araghchi tells Al Jazeera 'There are those trying to drag Washington into war... to serve Israel's interests.'

Trump says the new levy is "effective immediately" as anti-government protests in Iran enter a third week.

Tehran has accused the US of lacking seriousness after talks between Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi and Trump envoy Steve Witkoff

At least 646 people have been killed in Iran as authorities continue a violent crackdown on protesters

These were the developments on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.