'Fingers on the trigger': Deadly warnings for Iranians being urged to take action

Amidst escalating tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran, Iranians are receiving conflicting messages regarding potential action against their government. Following US strikes on Iran, Iranians were encouraged by external figures to "take over" their government. However, Iranian officials are warning against protests, increasing security presence and threatening severe consequences for dissent. The Police Chief stated forces are ready to defend the revolution and treat protesters as enemies. State television threatened retaliation against protesters and their families, both domestically and abroad. The Prosecutor General's Office warned Iranians abroad that cooperation with "hostile enemies" could result in severe punishment, including the death penalty, citing laws against espionage and collaboration with Israel.

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