Supporters of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei staged rallies in several cities across the country, demonstrating public loyalty to the Islamic Republic’s leadership at a time of heightened political tension and nationwide unrest. Participants gathered in large numbers, waving Iranian flags and holding placards that emphasized unity, stability, and support for the state’s religious and political institutions. Chants and slogans voiced during the demonstrations echoed calls to protect the country’s sovereignty and defend the existing system of governance.
Organizers of the rallies described the events as a response to what they characterized as violent riots and disorder in different parts of the country. They said the demonstrations were meant to reject chaos and condemn groups they accused of attempting to destabilize Iran. According to organizers, the marches were also intended to reaffirm allegiance to the Supreme Leader and reinforce the importance of preserving Iran’s ideological foundations.
These pro-government gatherings took place amid ongoing anti-government protests that have spread across Iran in recent weeks, largely driven by economic difficulties, rising living costs, and long-standing political grievances. While many demonstrators in the broader protest movement have called for reforms and expressed dissatisfaction with the current system, the rallies in support of Ayatollah Khamenei highlight the existence of a segment of the population that continues to back the leadership and the Islamic Republic’s political structure.
Iranian state media and officials gave prominent coverage to the pro-Khamenei marches, presenting them as evidence of continued popular support for the Supreme Leader despite the unrest. Authorities have repeatedly emphasized that such demonstrations reflect the will of citizens who prioritize national stability and oppose foreign interference. As protests and counter-rallies unfold simultaneously, the contrasting scenes underscore deep divisions within Iranian society, with tensions remaining high as the country navigates an uncertain political and economic landscape.
