The streets of Iran were notably quiet as businesses and schools closed, with many opponents of the regime heeding calls from U.S. President Donald Trump and former Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi to stay home amid ongoing tensions. Despite the subdued atmosphere, some expressed support for U.S. and Israeli strikes, with reports of protests, including the toppling of a Khomeini monument. Iran’s security official announced plans for a temporary leadership council to guide the country after Supreme Leader Khamenei’s death, while U.S. Senator Lindsay Graham emphasized that the future leadership would be determined by the Iranian people.
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