Reports related to demonstrations and public protests
A video obtained by Iran International shows individuals in Tehran's Tajrish area chanting "Long live the Shah" after the death of Ali Khamenei.
A video obtained by Iran International shows residents of Rasht and other cities celebrating and chanting slogans from their homes after the announcement of Ayatollah Khamenei's death.
Iran's government has allegedly killed tens of thousands of protesters domestically and demonstrated a willingness to target civilians internationally, as evidenced by ballistic missile strikes on Israeli cities. The claims suggest the Iranian leadership poses a threat to both its own citizens and populations beyond its borders.
On March 29, images published by the Vahid Online account showed people in Iran celebrating what was reported to be the killing of Ali Khamenei, the leader of the Islamic Republic. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while not confirming the reports, suggested there are indications that Khamenei is no longer alive, referring to an Israeli strike on Khamenei's location. Iran's state media have denied these reports.
After the news of Ayatollah Khamenei's death was released, youths in Tehran chanted "Long Live the Shah" in public demonstrations.
On December 9 and 10, 2025 (18 and 19 Dey in the Iranian calendar), the Islamic Republic's security forces killed thousands of protesters across Iran during the 1404 protests. A video tribute has been released honoring 464 deceased protesters.
An Iranian social media user expresses gratitude to American voters who supported President Trump, suggesting support for his policies toward Iran. The post reflects sentiment among some Iranians who view Trump's administration favorably regarding Iran-related matters.
The post alleges that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is deliberately targeting a civilian residential building in Bahrain with suicide drones as part of a broader regional escalation. The claim suggests the IRGC is engaging in indiscriminate attacks against civilian infrastructure in what the poster characterizes as a final act of desperation.
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has contradicted earlier official statements by admitting he cannot confirm whether Supreme Leader Khamenei is alive, after the regime had insisted just hours earlier that Khamenei was alive and preparing to deliver an imminent speech.
Iran's Ministry of Guidance has ordered domestic media outlets to remove reporting about an upcoming speech by Supreme Leader Khamenei, raising questions about the regime's communication strategy and information control.
Iranian state media announced Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei would address the nation imminently, but more than seven hours passed without the appearance, raising questions about his whereabouts and health status.
IRGC General Hossein Yekta has appeared on Iranian state television threatening mass killings against any citizens who attempt to protest, allegedly referencing a previous crackdown that resulted in over 40,000 deaths. The statement is being characterized as a threat to regional stability affecting Iran, Israel, and the United States.
