New Delhi, Jan. 11 -- Amid escalating unrest in Iran, former US Secretary of State and CIA Director Mike Pompeo and Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi engaged in a public spat on social media, trading pointed accusations over foreign interference in the country's ongoing protests. The exchange comes as demonstrations continue to sweep across Iranian cities, challenging the government and drawing international attention.

In a tweet on January 3, Pompeo highlighted what he described as the regime's vulnerability amid nationwide protests. He wrote:

"The Iranian regime is in trouble. Bringing in mercenaries is its last best hope. Riots in dozens of cities and the Basij under siege - Mashed, Tehran, Zahedan. Next stop: Baluchistan...