Thousands killed in unrest: Khamenei blames US; Trump demands new leadership — what's happening in Iran
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has acknowledged thousands of deaths during recent nationwide protests, a rare admission amid a harsh crackdown. Khamenei blamed the United States and foreign actors for orchestrating the unrest, which began over economic issues but evolved into anti-regime demonstrations. US President Donald Trump condemned the violence and called for new leadership in Iran.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has acknowledged thousands of deaths during recent nationwide protests, a rare admission amid a harsh crackdown. Khamenei blamed the United States and foreign actors for orchestrating the unrest, which began over economic issues but evolved into anti-regime demonstrations. US President Donald Trump condemned the violence and called for new leadership in Iran.
