Iran's Attorney General, Mohammad Movahedi Azad, issued a stark warning to protesters, stating that anyone participating in the demonstrations would be considered an 'enemy of God' (Moharebeh), a charge punishable by death under Iranian law. This warning, widely reported by state television and international news outlets, signifies a significant escalation in the government's efforts to quell the widespread anti-establishment protests that have gripped the nation. The protests, which have evolved from initial grievances over economic conditions to direct challenges against Iran's clerical system, have continued despite intensifying crackdowns, internet blackouts, and mass arrests. The Attorney General's statement reinforced earlier warnings from high-ranking officials, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who had signaled an impending clampdown, and the Revolutionary Guards, who declared national security a 'red line.' Judicial chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei also vowed 'maximum' punishments without leniency for those involved. The 'Moharebeh' charge, meaning 'waging war against God,' allows for severe penalties, including execution, for individuals deemed to be opposing the Islamic Republic, even if they are not directly involved in armed activities. Human rights organizations have expressed grave concerns over the mounting death toll and arrests, with reports indicating dozens killed and thousands detained. The international community has largely condemned the violent suppression of dissent, calling for Iran to respect human rights and the right to peaceful protest.