Individuals who support the current regime and members of the IRGC's families.
Iran has a population of 90,000,000, and according to official state reports, 10 percent of Iranians are connected to or officially members of the IRGC, which amounts to 9,000,000 people. It is understandable that they might cry and express support for Khamenei, and feel apprehensive about a free referendum or a change in regime, as they would then be held accountable for their actions throughout their lives. This is especially pertinent if they were involved in the mass killings of 36,500 of unarmed Iranian civilians. on January 8th and 9th.