Both Iranian society and the regime recognize that the current state of affairs is untenable. The full state of readiness for repression against a populace determined to stand firm is a sign of weakness rather than strength. The future hinges on how this voice can be transformed into action; an action that, if it achieves solidarity and connection, has the potential to fundamentally alter the equations at play. In this context, President Trump's unequivocal message of support for the Iranian people gains significance. This message rapidly reached Khamenei's circle, instilling fear in him and his advisors.

Ali Shamkhani, a senior Revolutionary Guard member, responded to Trump's comments about potential U.S. intervention should the regime continue to kill protesters. He claimed that any intervening hand would be cut off before it could reach Iran. He emphasized that national security is a red line, not a subject for provocative tweets.

Similarly, Ali Larijani, who reportedly trembled during a meeting with the Lebanese President in Beirut, issued a warning. He asserted that the ongoing events are now clear and differentiated between the protests of market traders and the actions of disruptive elements. He cautioned that U.S. intervention would destabilize the entire region and threaten American interests, advising Americans to remain vigilant about the safety of their soldiers, attributing the situation to Trump's adventurous policies.