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Trump warns Iran over protesters as unrest spreads nationwide

Saudi-UAE tensions escalated after the STC blocked a Saudi mediation plane in Aden, prompting Saudi airstrikes, while Trump warned Iran over deadly protests and Israel moved to strengthen strategic ties with Somaliland.

Ezgi Akin
Ezgi Akin
Jan 2, 2026
People walk down the street, chanting in Farsi, "Reza Shah, rest in peace", in Tehran, Iran, in this still image obtained from a social media video released on December 30, 2025. Social Media/via REUTERS

Welcome back to the Daily Briefing.

This is Ezgi Akin, filling in for Gabrielle.

In today’s edition:

  • Trump warns Iran over protest deaths as unrest spreads nationwide
  • Saudi-UAE tensions flare after Aden airport standoff
  • Why Israel is betting on Somaliland

Thanks for reading and happy 2026,

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