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Khamenei Signals Iran Opposition to Uprisings in Lebanon, Iraq

  • Khamenei says demands for change should be through legal means
  • Protests raging against ruling elite, including Iran allies
Lebanese riot police secure a road block during clashes between Hezbollah supporters and anti-government protesters in Beirut on Oct. 29.

Lebanese riot police secure a road block during clashes between Hezbollah supporters and anti-government protesters in Beirut on Oct. 29.

Photographer: Hasan Shaaban/Bloomberg
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Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei signaled his opposition to uprisings roiling Lebanon and Iraq, where the Islamic Republic’s allies are resisting calls to oust governments through street protests.

“The people have justifiable demands, but they should know their demands can only be fulfilled within the legal structure and framework of their country,” Khamenei said on Twitter.