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Khamenei Blames US for Deadly Iran Protests!

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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei blames the US and Donald Trump for the turmoil in Iran, accusing them of causing "casualties, damage, and slander" during recent protests. His remarks come amid unrest where thousands have been killed, according to HRANA.

The protests, sparked by economic woes in December, have escalated into demands for Khamenei's removal. The regime calls these "riots" backed by enemies. Trump urges demonstrators to continue and threatens military action if state violence persists.

Security forces have violently cracked down, with verified footage showing shootings. Iran faces an internet blackout, with connectivity at just 2% of normal, hindering detailed reporting.

Khamenei brands Trump a "criminal" and asserts the US aims to "swallow Iran." Despite fewer reports of unrest recently, internet restrictions keep the situation murky.

Trump remains defiant, claiming the violence has stopped but not ruling out military options. In response to tensions, the US and UK have reduced personnel at Qatar’s Al-Udeid air base.

Key Takeaways

  • Khamenei accuses US and Trump of inciting Iran's deadly protests!

  • Violent crackdowns verified amid severe internet restrictions in Iran!

  • Trump keeps military action on the table, tensions with Iran escalate!


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Adapted by ASEAN Now from The BBC 2026-01-17

 

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Why the exclamation mark at the end of the title - isn't media reporting supposed to be based on fact, not opinion?

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