Tehran(The COW News Digital) Iran’s Chief Justice, Gholam Hossein Mohseni, has announced that authorities will take strict legal action against those attempting to spread disorder and unrest in the country. Speaking at a Judicial Council meeting, Mohseni instructed the Attorney General and provincial prosecutors to act decisively against agitators and their supporters, following a series of nationwide protests.
The Chief Justice emphasized that while the Islamic Republic of Iran respects citizens’ right to peaceful protest, there is a clear distinction between law-abiding demonstrators and those engaging in sabotage or violent activities. “Elements threatening public safety and national security will face decisive action in accordance with the law,” Mohseni stated.
His remarks come amid ongoing demonstrations across Iran, now in their ninth consecutive day, over inflation and the sharp devaluation of the national currency. According to the human rights monitoring agency HRANA, clashes between protesters and security forces have resulted in at least 19 deaths and over 50 injuries from gunfire. Additionally, authorities have arrested nearly 1,000 individuals linked to the unrest.
Mohseni described the recent events as part of “failed attempts by enemy elements” to destabilize the nation, highlighting concerns over foreign influence in fueling unrest. The judiciary’s directive signals a no-tolerance approach to those exploiting protests for violent or unlawful purposes, while maintaining protections for citizens exercising their constitutional rights.
Observers note that the Chief Justice’s statement aims to reassure both domestic and international audiences that Iran’s judicial system is responding firmly to threats against public order. Analysts also suggest that the judiciary’s approach may be intended to deter further escalation of protests and ensure that demonstrations remain peaceful.
The government has also announced economic measures aimed at reducing public dissatisfaction, including temporary financial allowances to citizens, though experts warn these may have limited impact if structural economic issues remain unaddressed.
As the protests continue to spread across multiple provinces, Iranian authorities appear determined to combine legal enforcement with economic interventions to restore order. Human rights organizations, however, continue to call for restraint, emphasizing that lethal force and mass arrests could exacerbate tensions.
The Chief Justice’s pronouncement underscores Tehran’s stance that while peaceful dissent is tolerated, anyone threatening national security or public safety will face strict accountability under the law.
