Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that internet connectivity will soon be restored across the country, including to embassies and government offices. The exact time for restoration was not disclosed. The internet blackout has lasted over 84 hours, according to internet tracker NetBlocks. The shutdown makes it hard to get information on the ground during the large protests sweeping the nation. Araghchi said the protests have “come under total control” after violent clashes over the weekend. He accused foreign forces of stoking the unrest and claimed the protests turned violent to give US President Donald Trump an excuse to intervene. "Security forces will hunt down those responsible," he vowed. The protests have shaken Iran deeply, spreading to nearly all provinces and dozens of cities. They began over rising living costs but now challenge Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's rule. At least 538 people, mostly protesters, have been killed according to the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency. Another group, Iran Human Rights, called the situation a “mass killing.” Over 10,600 arrests were reported. US President Trump said he is considering "very strong" military action against Iran’s regime because of its crackdown. He also claimed Iran's leader reached out for talks, stating, "A meeting is being set up ... They want to negotiate," but added, "we may have to act before a meeting." Iran responded by ordering counter-rallies and warning the US not to attack while promising retaliation if attacked. President Masoud Pezeshkian blamed foreign enemies for escalating the unrest. State TV showed scenes of burning buildings and funeral processions for security forces killed. Iranian officials declared three days of national mourning for fallen security personnel. Reza Pahlavi, son of Iran's former shah, said he is ready to return and lead a democratic transition. The internet shutdown has limited outside reporting, but activists said information is still shared via shortwave radios, border cell networks, satellite phones, and Starlink technology.