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Iranian-Americans call regime’s deadly crackdown on protests ‘heartbreaking’ as they await possible US intervention
New York Post ^ | Jan. 12, 2026 | Desheania Andrews and David Propper

Posted on 01/12/2026 8:26:37 PM PST by nickcarraway

Iranian-Americans in New York called the Islamic republic’s savage massacre of anti-regime protesters “heartbreaking” – as they anxiously wait to see what action President Trump takes to back demonstrators.

The death toll from the protests that were sparked over Iran’s crumbling economy has reached more than 500 protesters as the government is accused of detaining more than 10,000 people – leading Trump to threaten US military force against the authoritarian regime.

“Iranian government, you can’t trust them,” said a 61-year-old Great Neck man whose wife remains in Iran.

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1 posted on 01/12/2026 8:26:37 PM PST by nickcarraway
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To: nickcarraway

Trump is picking off the weakest BRICS members.


2 posted on 01/12/2026 8:29:05 PM PST by packagingguy
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To: nickcarraway

Don’t be waiting around for us.

Your freedom is yours to secure.

That we may or may not choose to intervene is our business and not to be counted on.

Is Freedom for your family and countrymen worth your life, or do you prefer permanent slavery?

Get busy, stay busy, Persia!!!!


3 posted on 01/12/2026 8:29:19 PM PST by Uncle Miltie (islam v. communism: Which is worse for mankind? Discuss…)
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To: Uncle Miltie

And good luck and G-d Speed!


4 posted on 01/12/2026 8:30:54 PM PST by Uncle Miltie (islam v. communism: Which is worse for mankind? Discuss…)
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To: Uncle Miltie

Trump will do something.


5 posted on 01/12/2026 8:36:18 PM PST by norcal joe
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To: norcal joe

Maybe, even probably.

But everyone around the world needs to understand that Freedom is your own personal business to secure. Everywhere and always. You can never let up. It must be fought for and defended in every generation and country.

Look at Britain. France. Germany. Austria and Australia. Freedom is in decline almost everywhere for a lack of spine. Freedom is G-d’s commandment to men in Exodus.

GET BUSY, STAY BUSY, EVERYWHERE AND ALWAYS!!!


6 posted on 01/12/2026 8:41:31 PM PST by Uncle Miltie (islam v. communism: Which is worse for mankind? Discuss…)
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To: Uncle Miltie

I agree.


7 posted on 01/12/2026 8:46:54 PM PST by norcal joe
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To: Uncle Miltie

Amen!


8 posted on 01/12/2026 8:48:45 PM PST by No name given ( Anonymous is who you’ll know me as )
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To: nickcarraway

As long as we use long-range weaponry, I’m OK with military action, but I don’t want to see a single pair of boots on Iranian soil.


9 posted on 01/12/2026 8:50:06 PM PST by ComputerGuy
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To: norcal joe

And, let’s pray together, brother, for the success of the Persians against their mullah masters.

String ‘em from the lampposts, boys!


10 posted on 01/12/2026 8:51:23 PM PST by Uncle Miltie (islam v. communism: Which is worse for mankind? Discuss…)
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To: ComputerGuy

Amen to that too!


11 posted on 01/12/2026 8:51:41 PM PST by Uncle Miltie (islam v. communism: Which is worse for mankind? Discuss…)
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To: nickcarraway

The Freedom you win with your own blood is infinitely valuable. You will die for it now and forever more.

Not so much if we help. Do it, Persia! You can do it! Go get ‘em! You know where they live. They can never sleep!


12 posted on 01/12/2026 8:57:56 PM PST by Uncle Miltie (islam v. communism: Which is worse for mankind? Discuss…)
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To: nickcarraway

The big difference this time around is Starlink. The rebels can still communicate effectively. The regime’s men are true believers. Only killing them is going to change their minds.


13 posted on 01/12/2026 9:10:05 PM PST by Nateman (Democrats did not strive for fraud friendly voting merely to continue honest elections.)
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To: nickcarraway

Most Americans are opposed to any American military intervention in Iran However its too bad that the abilities and disposition of the CIA has so eroded. There was a time when every member of the mullah’s security forces and goon squads would be identified by name. If the CIA had such a list and then announced that these individuals are sanctioned, and will be accountable personally for crimes against humanity, that and the fact they are no longer being paid in hard currency would weaken the suppression. Also it would not hurt to openly dox them and let them experience some fear from the mob.


14 posted on 01/12/2026 9:13:42 PM PST by allendale
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To: allendale

Sanctioned Iranian leaders include top officials like Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, IRGC commanders (e.g., Ali Tangsiri, Mohammad Pakpour), judiciary figures (e.g., Sadegh Amoli Larijani), and those involved in suppressing protests or censorship (e.g., prison wardens, ministers like Eisa Zarepour).

Lists are maintained by the U.S. Treasury (OFAC) and EU, targeting individuals for human rights abuses, terrorism support, nuclear proliferation, or censorship, with designations continually updated.

Key Sanctioned Leaders & Officials

Ali Khamenei: Supreme Leader of Iran.

Ebrahim Raisi: (Former President) Designated for human rights abuses.

Ali Tangsiri: Commander of the IRGC Navy.

Mohammad Pakpour: Commander of the IRGC Ground Forces.

Sadegh Amoli Larijani: Former Head of Iran’s Judiciary, sanctioned for severe human rights violations.

Eisa Zarepour: Minister of Communications, for internet censorship.

Hedayat Farzadi & Heidar Pasandideh: Wardens of notorious prisons (Evin, Sanandaj) involved in torture.

Hossein Modarres Khiabani: Governor of Sistan and Baluchistan, linked to protest crackdowns.


15 posted on 01/13/2026 12:17:45 AM PST by piasa (Attitude adjustments offered here free of charge)
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