Iran President Warns Against Targeting Khamenei – All-Out War Threat

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian blamed teh United States and its allies for hardship facing Iranians, citing long-term hostility and sanctions. he stated on Sunday that targeting ‍Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, would be an act of war against the Iranian people, according to a‍ post on X.

Pezeshkian’s comments follow repeated threats from U.S. President Donald Trump to intervene on behalf of protesters and calls for an end to Khamenei’s ⁤37-year rule. Tehran has responded by lifting restrictions on internet‍ access during the demonstrations.

Recent protests across⁢ Iranian cities center on worsening economic conditions.‍ Thes demonstrations⁣ coincide with threats from both President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to launch military attacks against Iran, purportedly to support the protesters.

Netanyahu has previously stated his intention to protect Iranian citizens, according to reports.