CNN 5 Things Iran Executions ‘Stopped’, Another Minneapolis Shooting, Crew-11 Returns and more
Jan 15, 2026
Executions of prisoners in Iran have been called off, bringing a glimmer of hope. A federal agent was involved in a shooting in Minneapolis, sparking protests. A tense Senate vote revealed GOP divisions amid looming presidential pressure on military action in Venezuela. Meanwhile, vaccination exemptions are rising, causing concern over a potential measles outbreak. Finally, Crew-11 astronauts made a successful splashdown, accompanied by dolphins, marking a triumphant return to Earth.
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Iran Says Executions Halted Amid Crackdown
- President Donald Trump said Iran called off scheduled executions and claimed "the killing has stopped."
- CNN reported at least 2,400 demonstrators have been killed and an internet blackout entered its seventh day.
Minneapolis Shooting Sparks Protests
- A federal agent shot and injured a Venezuelan national in Minneapolis, who was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
- Protests followed, with law enforcement using tear gas, pepper balls and flashbang-like devices.
Senate Vote Underscores Presidential Influence
- Senate Republicans blocked a bipartisan bill to limit U.S. military action in Venezuela after Vice President J.D. Vance cast a tie-breaking vote.
- Two GOP senators flipped under pressure from the Trump administration, highlighting presidential influence over the party.