In January 2020, amidst widespread anti-government protests across Iran, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei delivered defiant speeches, strongly condemning the United States and Israel and accusing them of orchestrating the unrest. Khamenei directly addressed then-US President Donald Trump, asserting that Trump should 'manage his own country' and face numerous internal problems. These statements came as Iran was gripped by protests following the killing of top general Qassem Soleimani by a US drone strike, an event that significantly escalated tensions between Washington and Tehran. During pro-government rallies, chants of 'Death to America!' and 'Death to Israel!' were reported on state television, underscoring the regime's narrative of foreign interference. Khamenei also declared that the 'US president's hands are stained with the blood of more than a thousand Iranians,' referencing alleged US-backed conflicts and attacks. The WION article's headline and core claims accurately reflect Khamenei's rhetoric during this period of heightened domestic dissent and international confrontation. Numerous credible international news outlets corroborated the protests, Khamenei's statements blaming external actors, and his specific criticisms of Trump. The event was a critical moment for Iran, highlighting the regime's internal challenges and its persistent anti-Western stance, particularly towards the US and Israel.