Iranian state broadcaster IRIB aired an interview with a local resident who recounted past involvement in anti-government protests, including setting government property on fire. The individual expressed deep regret, stating that false promises had corrupted their judgment. The person described recent events as an eye-opener, accusing unnamed parties of using protesters and discarding them. The interviewee publicly begged forgiveness from Supreme Leader Khamenei, calling him more honorable than the late Shah or American powers, and said they could only weep in remorse.