NBC News - Iran’s supreme leader signaled a hard line Friday against protesters rocking the Islamic Republic, accusing them of acting on behalf of President Donald Trump.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said demonstrators were "ruining their own streets to make the president of another country happy," according to news agencies.
Khamenei signaled authorities would intensify their crackdown on protests, with the internet shut down nationwide and international calls not reaching the country.
Protests erupted in several cities on Thursday despite clashes with security forces that have left dozens dead.
Shops were also shuttered in the main bazaar of capital Tehran and smaller cities, according to online video, as inflation soared and the Iranian currency crashed against the U.S. dollar this week.
Demonstrations — which have raged for 12 days — have also taken a more political tone, with protesters chanting against Khamenei. Full story
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