Iran’s supreme leader has addressed the ongoing protests, insisting that “rioters must be put in their place.” His comments may signal a more aggressive approach by authorities. The protests, sparked by Iran’s struggling economy, have been going on for a week. On Saturday, violence surrounding the demonstrations killed more people, raising the death toll to at least 15. The protests are the largest since 2022. Iran’s government has signaled a willingness to negotiate, but economic challenges persist.
