Protests against Iran's government continue for a third day in a row
Protests against Iran's Government have taken place in the country's major cities for the third day in a row.
In clips posted on social media, crowds can be seen chanting and throwing missiles outside university gates in Iran's capital Tehran.
Police have made dozens of arrests and reportedly used tear gas and violence to disperse demonstrators.
The protests, which began in north east Iran on Thursday, are against rising prices, alleged corruption and the country's costly involvement in regional conflicts such as Syria and Iraq.
The government's warning people to stay away from what it calls 'illegal gatherings'.
On social media, the US has defended the protests, with President Donald Trump warning Iran's Government 'the world is watching'. The Department of State also tweeted its support and urged other nations to do the same.
Earlier Saturday morning, Iranian state television showed thousands gathered in Tehran and other cities to support their Supreme Leader Ayotallah Ali Khamenei.
The nationwide movement was marking eight years since the end of major protests in 2009.
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