“Where is Khamenei Amid Iran’s Explosive Protests? Iran’s Supreme Leader Has Not Left the Country”, The Sunday Guardian, January 10, 2026
“Iran is witnessing one of its most serious waves of unrest in years as protests spread across major cities, driven by a collapsing economy and growing public anger. Amid speculation that he might flee the country, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has remained in Tehran and appeared publicly to address the nation, sending a strong message to both protesters and foreign powers.
Khamenei spoke after Friday prayers, rejecting rumors that he had left or planned to leave Iran. His public appearance aimed to project control at a time when demonstrations continued despite heavy restrictions and a near-total communications blackout.
Iran Protest: Khamenei Warns Protesters and Signals Crackdown
In his address, Khamenei made it clear that the Islamic Republic would not tolerate continued protests. He urged young people to remain loyal to the state, saying that unity was the only way to defeat enemies. In a veiled but firm warning, he signaled that security forces would act decisively against demonstrators……”
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