US Senator Graham Warns Khamenei Amid Iran Protests
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Washington, US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham warned Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei that President Donald Trump could take lethal action if Iranian authorities continue to kill protesters. Graham spoke on Fox News and called Khamenei a “religious Nazi,” expressing support for nationwide demonstrations that began on December 28 over the collapsing rial and economic grievances. Media reports cited Fox News figures that at least 36 people were killed and more than 2,000 detained as unrest spread. Iranian government said it would not tolerate foreign interference and accused the US of propaganda. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. December 28 — Nationwide protests began in Iran after a sharp fall in the rial.
- 2. Late December — Demonstrations spread to multiple cities; some clashes with security forces occurred.
- 3. Early January — Media cited figures of at least 36 killed and more than 2,000 detained.
- 4. 8–9 January — Senator Lindsey Graham publicly warned Ayatollah Khamenei on Fox News.
- 5. Early January — Iranian authorities cut communications lines and rebuked U.S. comments as interference.
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