Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has signaled a tougher crackdown on ongoing anti-government protests, accusing demonstrators of acting to please foreign powers, particularly the United States. Khamenei directly addressed US President Donald Trump, calling him arrogant and stating his hands were "stained with the blood of Iranians," and that Trump, like past tyrants, would be overthrown. He asserted that the Islamic Republic would not back down and would not tolerate those serving foreign interests, even as protests continued despite an internet blackout. Reports indicate significant casualties and detentions amid the unrest.