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Iran Protests Grow as Regime Issues US Threat
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- Iran’s hardline Parliament speaker warned that American forces in the region would become “legitimate targets” if the US intervenes in the ongoing unrest.
- President Trump pledged to “come to the rescue” of Iranian demonstrators if authorities act violently, saying, “The United States is locked and loaded and ready to go…”
- Funerals for those killed have turned into further protests, and street clashes have been especially intense in western Iran and southeastern Zahedan.
Protests against Iran’s regime have entered a sixth day, expanding throughout Tehran and additional provinces.
At least eight deaths have been reported by Iranian opposition groups, as security forces clash with demonstrators in several cities.
Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf stated, “With this official admission, all American centers and forces across the entire region will be legitimate targets for us…”
He added, “Iranians have always been united and determined to act in the face of an aggressor enemy.”
Trump warned, “If Iran shoots and ‘violently kills peaceful protesters, which is their custom, the United States of America will come to their rescue.”
The National Council of Resistance of Iran claims demonstrations have reached 44 cities in 19 provinces and described protesters blocking roads, throwing stones, and burning a statue of Qassem Soleimani.
Maryam Rajavi of the NCRI praised protesters’ resolve, stating, “Scenes of your courage, valor, and steadfast resistance captivate the conscience of the world.”
She warned Iranian authorities, “Whatever measures you take, you will not be able to silence a people who have resolved to overthrow the clerical regime.”
Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi credited Trump for “decisive leadership” and encouraged efforts for a stable, peaceful Iran.
Pahlavi wrote, “The people have entrusted me with a message… to strive for the revival of the relationship that Iran once had with America; a relationship that brought peace and prosperity to the Middle East.”
The Iranian government claims the current unrest has not reached the scale of prior uprisings, but witnesses report growing violence and public anger across the country.
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Pat Berte
January 11, 2026 at 5:41 pm
Our own country is in a bad state and needs more accountability from our leaders. We don’t need to tell other countries how to run their government until our government is running much better than it is now. We need to respect everyone in our country regardless of race or ethnicity. No one should be left out; otherwise we cannot truthfully and faithfully help other countries with their economic problems. We must be a symbol of a strong union for all of our people first and foremost. Otherwise we are contifters.