Khamenei Labels Trump a 'Criminal' Over Protest Involvement

Iran's supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, called U.S. President Donald Trump a 'criminal' for his alleged actions against the Iranian public during recent protests. Khamenei emphasized the unprecedented nature of Trump's direct involvement in the protests, marking a new chapter in U.S.-Iran relations.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 17-01-2026 15:27 IST | Created: 17-01-2026 15:27 IST
Khamenei Labels Trump a 'Criminal' Over Protest Involvement
Ali Khamenei

In a striking statement on Saturday, Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, condemned U.S. President Donald Trump, labeling him a 'criminal.' Khamenei accused Trump of perpetrating harm and spreading misinformation during the recent protests that swept through Iran.

Khamenei remarked on the unusual nature of the situation, highlighting that this recent wave of anti-Iran sentiment saw personal involvement by the U.S. President himself. This, according to Khamenei, marked a new and concerning phase in the ongoing tension between the two nations.

The Iranian leader's comments were widely circulated by Iranian media, pointing to the escalating diplomatic rift and the deepening narrative of distrust between Iran and the United States.

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