Iran's Supreme Leader Calls Protests a 'Coup', Raises Mass Execution Fears

• Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei likened recent nationwide protests to a 'coup'.
• The comments come amidst reports of tens of thousands detained following the demonstrations.
• Khamenei's statement signals a hardening of the government's stance against protesters.
• Seditious charges in Iran can lead to the death penalty, sparking fears of mass executions.
• Mass executions were a 'red line' for former US President Donald Trump regarding military action.

Why It Matters: Iran's leader labels protests a 'coup', intensifying crackdown and raising concerns over executions.