Amid ongoing nationwide protests in Iran, Israel has openly encouraged Iranian citizens to challenge the rule of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
The Israeli statement, framed as a stance in support of freedom and human rights, has been sharply condemned by Iranian state media as foreign interference. The protests, driven by economic hardship and political discontent, have continued across multiple cities despite security crackdowns involving arrests and roadblocks.
State Response and Rising Tensions
Iranian authorities have accused foreign adversaries, particularly Israel and the United States, of instigating the unrest. Analysts caution that Israel’s public encouragement could further escalate regional tensions and complicate diplomatic relations.
Social media has remained a crucial tool for organizing demonstrations, though the Iranian government has restricted access to several platforms. The coming period is seen as critical in determining whether the protests will grow into a broader movement for change or be subdued by state measures.
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