Iran protesters defied a deadly crackdown by government forces on Saturday night, taking to the streets despite reports of hundreds killed or wounded over the last three days. Videos verified by the BBC showed violent clashes, including scenes of burning vehicles and gunfire in cities like Tehran and Mashhad. Iran's attorney general, Mohammad Movahedi Azad, declared anyone protesting an "enemy of God," punishable by death. Protests began over rising inflation and have spread to more than 100 towns across all provinces. Protesters now demand the end of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's clerical rule. The government has imposed a severe internet blackout, cutting most access to the global web and restricting domestic connections. Expert Alireza Manafi said internet access is "almost completely down," with only risky options like Starlink available. Videos showed masked protesters using wheelie bins and bonfires for cover while security forces confronted them. Clashes were most intense in Tehran’s Punak Square and Mashhad’s Vakil Abad Boulevard. US President Donald Trump expressed support on social media, saying, "Iran is looking at FREEDOM, perhaps like never before. The USA stands ready to help!!!" Reports said Trump received briefings on possible military strikes, though no imminent threat exists. US Senator Lindsey Graham praised protesters’ bravery and promised "Help is on the way." Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of Iran's last shah, urged continued protests and claimed some security forces refused to fight protesters, though this could not be verified. Amnesty International warned of increased unlawful lethal force against demonstrators. British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper condemned threats against those opposing Iran’s government. Hospitals are overwhelmed with casualties. One Tehran hospital worker described "very horrible scenes" and said many young protesters, mostly aged 20-25, were shot in the head or heart. BBC Persian confirmed at least 26 deaths, including six children, and reported 70 bodies at one hospital in Rasht city. These protests are the largest since a 2022 uprising triggered by the death of Mahsa Amini, with over 550 killed then. The current unrest shows no sign of stopping despite harsh crackdowns.