Trump's message to Iran protesters: 'Help is on its way'

Plus: Labour to axe compulsory digital ID plans

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 Good morning and welcome to your daily news briefing from The Independent.   Trump has told Iranian protesters that "help is on its way" as the death toll in Iran surpasses 2,000, JD Vance is set to join Greenland talks after the US threatened a takeover, and Labour is set to axe compulsory digital ID plans in another U-turn. Top stories 1 | Trump sends message to Iranian protesters: 'Help is on its way' Read more 2 | JD Vance to join Greenland talks after US takeover threat Read more 3 | Compulsory digital ID plan axed as Labour performs another U-turn Read more 4 | Fifth NHS trust declares critical incident as demand surges Read more 5 | DWP reveals two new payments to support cost of living in 2026 Read more Editors' picks Why Trump is gunning for the Fed's Jerome Powell The eight golden rules for strength training in midlife Mark Almond: If Iran falls, the United Nations will be first to feel the shockwaves Your Views Your Views Why readers say EU is right to futureproof any Brexit reset deal I don't blame the EU for wanting to future-proof any deal. I've long thought that one of the difficulties for the rejoin movement would be that readmitting the UK would be risky for the EU as long as Brexit remains a party political issue. We won't be able to move past Brexit until the Tories accept that it is a lost cause and Reform's support fades.   Tanaquil2 Get involved and share your views here. Don't forget to complete your registration You haven't completed your registration with The Independent. It's free, quick, and helps support our journalism while tailoring your experience. Register now to enjoy benefits including access to limited Premium articles, The Independent app, more than 20 newsletters and commenting on independent.co.uk. Complete your registration today to unlock access. WATCH  Police officer shot multiple times in fiery ambush outside station STAT OF THE DAY £60,000 The amount of money a blind man was told to pay in two weeks after the council sent him letters he could not read. Read more QUOTE OF THE DAY Not only is the infrastructure depleted, but the leadership is rubbish and it's that double whammy that's causing all these issues. Mike Martin, the Lib Dem MP for Tunbridge Wells, decries South East Water as his constituency is left without water just two weeks after another outage. Read more Other stories you might like Who is attending Davos? Trump to lead largest US delegation ever Full list of former Tories who have defected to Nigel Farage's Reform 'Container ship captain 'did nothing' to prevent Humber estuary crash' Enjoy a winter tipple – Bankhill single malt whisky is reduced to under £17. Stock up on socks for less in the Peper Harow sale. Choosing The Independent as one of your preferred sources ensures that you'll see our coverage more prominently displayed in your searches. That way, you can be sure you're accessing the latest headlines from a trusted source. SOURCE PREFERENCES Join the conversation and follow us Download the free Independent app Please do not reply directly to this email   You are currently registered to receive The Independent's Evening Headlines newsletter.   To unsubscribe from The Independent's Morning Headlines newsletter, or to manage your email preferences please click here.   This e-mail was sent by Independent Digital News and Media Ltd, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH. Registered in England and Wales with company number 07320345 Read our privacy policy and cookie policy