Trump claims to have canceled all talks with Iranian officials, and U.S. oil rose 3% during the session

According to CCTV News, on January 13 local time, U.S. President Trump posted on social media that he has canceled all talks with Iranian officials. Trump stated on the 11th that Iran had contacted U.S. government officials and proposed negotiations, "meetings are being arranged." At the same time, the U.S. is considering a series of measures to respond to the situation in Iran, including "some very tough options" such as military action.

Following this news, WTI crude oil rose by 3.0% during the day, trading at $61.1 per barrel.

According to CCTV News, on January 13 local time, Iranian Army Chief of Staff Hatami stated that after the previous Iran-Israel conflict, the capabilities of the Iranian armed forces in responding to related security threats have significantly improved. Hatami pointed out:

The Iran-Israel conflict provided the Iranian military with a unique and rare combat experience, allowing the Iranian armed forces to accumulate unique experiences in engaging with an opponent that possesses advanced technology and is supported by the West.

He stated that over the past six months, the Iranian military has conducted targeted preparations regarding related threats, and the overall combat capability has been further enhanced compared to before the Iran-Israel conflict.

Hatami emphasized that Iran believes the threat posed by the Israeli regime to Iran is real and concerns the survival of the nation, thus Iran places great importance on this threat and is making corresponding preparations based on the threat situation.

According to Xinhua News Agency, Iranian Defense Minister Nasserzadeh stated on the 13th that if the enemy infringes on Iranian territory, Iran will respond with greater force. According to the Iranian Islamic Republic News Agency, Nasserzadeh made this statement in response to recent threatening remarks by White House officials regarding Iran. He stated that if the threats against Iran turn into action, Iran will defend the nation with "all its strength." In addition, all U.S. military bases in the region and countries providing convenience to the United States will become legitimate targets for Iran's strikes.

Regarding Iran's current defense situation, Nasirzadeh stated that through significant efforts, Iran's defense status is now clearly better than during the "12-day war" triggered by Israel's raid on Iran last June, with damaged facilities having been repaired and production capacity improved.

According to CCTV News, on January 13th, U.S. Eastern Time, the U.S. State Department issued a nationwide security warning through the "virtual U.S. Embassy in Tehran," urging American citizens to leave Iran immediately and suggesting that they travel overland to Turkey or Armenia if it is safe to do so, while also advising against relying on direct assistance from the U.S. government for evacuation. Those unable to leave should shelter in place, stock up on essential supplies, avoid gatherings, maintain a low profile, and stay informed about the situation.

On the 12th, the U.S. State Department had issued an emergency security alert, demanding that American citizens leave Iran immediately.

Iran Claims to Have Arrested 297 Riot Participants Linked to the U.S. and Israel

According to CCTV News, on January 13th local time, the Iranian police force announced the arrest of 297 rioters who had contacted riot organizations linked to the "Zionist regime" of Israel and the United States.

Earlier that day, Iran's intelligence agency reported that with effective public cooperation and intelligence support, Iranian security agencies continued operations in Tehran and arrested a group of key individuals suspected of organizing and directing related activities during recent riots. The statement noted that the arrested individuals had previously engaged in "destruction and terrorist activities" against public facilities, religious sites, and security forces in various areas of Tehran.

Recently, protests against rising prices and currency devaluation have erupted in multiple locations in Iran, leading to riots and casualties. Iranian Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian stated on the 12th that Iranian security forces have controlled the national situation, and Israel and the United States bear "direct responsibility" for the events occurring in Iran

Russian Foreign Ministry: The U.S. Threat to Launch Military Strikes Against Iran is "Absolutely Unacceptable"

According to Xinhua News Agency, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova stated on the 13th that Russia strongly condemns external forces interfering in Iran's internal affairs, and the U.S. threat to launch military strikes against Iran is "absolutely unacceptable."

According to a statement released on the Russian Foreign Ministry's website that day, Zakharova responded to a reporter's question regarding the situation in Iran, saying that Iran has suffered from the pressure of illegal Western sanctions for many years, which hinders national development and breeds economic and social issues affecting ordinary people. Foreign forces hostile to Iran are attempting to exploit the increasingly tense domestic social situation in Iran to undermine the stability of the Iranian regime. They use "color revolution" tactics to turn peaceful protests into brutal atrocities, ethnic cleansing, and murders of law enforcement personnel and ordinary citizens.

Zakharova stated that Russia strongly condemns external forces interfering in Iran's internal affairs and firmly opposes the shameless acts of coercing Iran's foreign partners through tariff increases. Zakharova emphasized that the U.S. threat to launch new military strikes against Iran is "absolutely unacceptable."