The latest developments in Iran's ongoing protests have sparked international concern, with President Trump warning of 'very strong action' if the government executes protesters. The situation has escalated as the death toll rises, with reports of over 2,400 anti-government demonstrators killed in response to the protests. The Iranian authorities have imposed an internet blackout, making it difficult to verify the extent of the violence and the number of casualties. This has led to a heavy security presence in Tehran and Karaj, with businesses struggling to operate due to the internet outage. The exiled son of Iran's last shah, Reza Pahlavi, has urged US lawmakers to back measures that empower Iranians, believing opposition forces are 'ready to step in' if the regime collapses. However, a rights group has warned that the Iranian government is using mass killings to spread fear and control the population, and that many protesters may face execution, including Erfan Soltani, who is expected to be executed today. The internet blackout has also prevented human rights groups from gathering information about other potential death sentences, adding to the uncertainty and tension in the country.
