Pat Fallon, a U.S. Congressman from Texas, sent a message to Ali Khamenei, the leader of the Islamic Republic, on Thursday, stating that it is "better" for him to leave Iran. In a statement published on the social media platform X, coinciding with the expansion of anti-government protests in Iran, Fallon said, "Khamenei and his close associates should leave Iran while they can." He added, "The people of Iran have the right to a government free from the religious oppression of the Ayatollah." On the same day, Senator Lindsey Graham also wrote a message for the people of Iran on X, saying, "To the people of Iran: President Trump is not Obama. Just as you seek to end your terrible oppression, he will support you." Graham also addressed the leadership of the Islamic Republic, calling it a "violent religious Nazi regime." He wrote, "To the leadership of this terrorist-supporting regime, the violent religious Nazi regime: If you continue to kill your own people to maintain your sick control over Iran, you will wake up dead." Graham warned the regime's leaders, "If you speak nonsense against President Trump, the consequences will be on you." The American senator stated, "Thugs, dictators, bullies, and murderers who challenge President Trump do not last long in this world." He concluded his message with, "Let’s make Iran great again." Trump has warned the Islamic Republic three times about killing protesters. During the 12-day war between Israel and the Islamic Republic, Trump stated that he did not allow Khamenei to be killed; he did not let him die in a disgraceful and humiliating manner. Also see: Trump: I did not allow Khamenei to be killed; I did not let him die in a disgraceful and humiliating manner. Donald Trump: We will see who emerges from the protests in Iran. The latest message from Trump to the people of Iran: You must believe strongly in freedom. There is nothing like freedom. You are brave people. Senator Lindsey Graham's message to the people of Iran: Trump is not Obama and will support you. "At least 45 dead, including eight children"; a report on 12 days of standing against repression.
American Lawmaker to Khamenei and His Aides: Leave Iran While You Can
U.S. lawmakers, including Pat Fallon and Lindsey Graham, have issued strong statements urging Iranian leaders, particularly Ali Khamenei, to leave Iran amid ongoing anti-government protests. They emphasize support for the Iranian people's desire for freedom and warn the regime against further violence. This reflects heightened U.S. engagement in Iranian affairs during a critical moment.
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📰 What Happened
U.S. lawmakers urge Khamenei to leave Iran amid rising protests and threats against the regime.
- Pat Fallon announce Ali Khamenei
- Lindsey Graham announce Islamic Republic leadership
- Donald Trump warn Islamic Republic
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
U.S. lawmakers are openly challenging the Iranian leadership amid rising dissent.
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