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Iran turmoil: An official claimed that the death count is high because of 'terrorists and armed rioters', who are killing 'innocent Iranians'. He alleged that these terrorists are being supported by Israel and other armed groups.

As Washington and the Middle East braced for US bombs over Iran, President Donald Trump held back after warning by allies and limited regional assets.

US military movements, including multiple C-17 deployments, fighter jet transfers and carrier strike group activity, are fuelling speculation of a possible American strike on Iran amid rising regional tensions.

While the risk of a US attack has receded, the potential for labour unrest has paradoxically increased.

Iran Protests Live Updates: US President Donald Trump has warned of possible intervention if killings or executions of detained protesters continue. | World News

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned on Sunday that any attack on Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei would be considered a declaration of "all-out war" against the Iranian nation, following a sharp exchange of rhetoric with U.S. President Donald Trump. Pezeshkian's comments, posted on social media platform X, come amid heightened tensions after Trump told Politico on Saturday that it was "time to look for new leadership in Iran." "Any attack on our great leader will be tantamount to an all-out war against the Iranian nation," Pezeshkian wrote.

Irans biggest risk to global oil supply may not be war, but labour unrest in its oil industry. While fears of US military action have eased, economic stress has raised the risk of strikes, which markets often overlook but have historically caused major production disruptions.

The Iranian president also blamed Washington for being responsible for the hardship faced by the Iranian people. | World News

This follows Trump's signals of possible intervention due to Iran's crackdown on widespread protests sparked by economic hardship, resulting in thousands of deaths.

Iran's state television channels were briefly hijacked on Sunday after anti-regime activists hacked Iran's Badr satellite, broadcasting opposition mes.