Khamenei admits thousands killed in protests, blames US
Khamenei acknowledged thousands were killed in the recent protests, saying some deaths were “inhuman” and blamed the US and Israel for fueling violence. Protests began Dec 28 over economic hardship and grew into calls to end clerical rule. Iranian authorities say thousands arrested, label perpetrators mohareb (punishable by death), and promise harsh punishment; state media named alleged ringleaders. International concern and tensions with the US have intensified amid an internet blackout and conflicting statements about executions.
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