A Tehran resident, mourning his brother killed by government forces, described the dire situation in Iran following a brutal crackdown on recent protests. Demonstrators, facing ongoing threats and mass arrests, continue to hope for foreign intervention to help overthrow the Islamic Republic. Despite internet shutdowns and heavy repression, spontaneous protests have persisted, driven by economic hardship, lack of freedoms, and widespread anger at the regime. While some Iranians look to the United States and Israel as potential saviors, others remain skeptical of foreign involvement, citing past disappointments and fears of external agendas. Calls for the return of exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi have grown, but the future remains uncertain as the crackdown continues and the international community hesitates to intervene.