Iran’s army vows to help crush protests as demonstrations spread
Iran’s army has warned it may join Iran’s Revolutionary Guard in a growing crackdown on nationwide protests across the Islamic Republic. Large crowds have taken to the streets in multiple cities as demonstrations widen and reported casualties increase. The Revolutionary Guard has referred to many protesters as “terrorists” and accused foreign actors of fueling unrest. Human rights groups report rising deaths and injuries, while authorities defend security operations as necessary for maintaining order.