The Iranian government has claimed that the situation is now “fully under control” after quelling bloody nationwide protests. At the same time, the country’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi announced that internet connections will soon be restored in the country.
He said the protests were deliberately violent to give US President Donald Trump an opportunity to intervene. However, no evidence was presented to support this claim. According to active sources, at least 500 people have been killed in the crackdown, most of them protesters.
The Foreign Minister said that internet connectivity will be restored in a step-by-step manner in coordination with security agencies. Internet access to embassies and government offices will also be restored soon.
Meanwhile, Trump has claimed that Iran has expressed interest in talks. Although this statement came after his military threat, Tehran did not immediately respond to this. In such a situation, the visit of the Omani Foreign Minister to Iran is believed to have increased diplomatic activity.
On the other hand, pro-government rallies have been held in various cities, including the capital, in a show of force in response to the protests. These rallies, broadcast on state television, have seen people chanting slogans in favor of the theocratic rule and against the United States and Israel.