Iran is largely cut off from the outside world after authorities blacked out the internet to curb growing unrest, and video shows buildings aflame...

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates >> Iran remained ‌largely cut off from the outside world today after authorities blacked out the internet to curb growing unrest, as ‌video showed buildings aflame in anti-government protests raging in cities across the country.

Iranian authorities appear to be unusually restrained in reacting to mass protests, a possible result of Donald Trump's threat to intervene.

Iranian authorities appear to be unusually restrained in reacting to mass protests, a possible result of Donald Trump's threat to intervene.

Iran was largely cut off from the outside world on Friday after authorities blacked out the internet to curb growing unrest, and video showed buildings aflame in anti-government protests raging in cities across the country. Rights groups have already documented dozens of deaths of protesters in nearly two weeks and,…

Trump, who had said the US could come to the protesters' aid, issued another warning on Friday, saying: "You better not start shooting because we'll start shooting too."  

Trump, who had said the US could come to the protesters' aid, issued another warning on Friday, saying: "You better not start shooting because we'll start shooting too."  

Trump, who had said the US could come to the protesters' aid, issued another warning on Friday, saying: "You better not start shooting because we'll start shooting too."  

Iran experienced a nationwide internet blackout on Thursday amidst widespread protests against dire economic conditions. Internet monitoring groups reported a near-total shutdown, a tactic previously used by the government during crises to quell dissent and limit information flow. Experts believe this shutdown aims to sever protesters' communication and suppress coverage of the ongoing demonstrations.

Iran's exiled Crown Prince has placed himself at the centre of the mass protests that have washed over the country in recent days. 

Mass protests over the dire economic situation in Iran continue to grow across the country. Iranian authorities have imposed an internet blackout in a bid to quell the unrest. DW has more.

Protesters are “ruining their own streets to make the president of another country happy,” Khamenei said, referring to US President Donald Trump

Iran’s supreme leader on Friday signalled a crackdown as protesters shouted from windows and marched through streets overnight.

Iran faced a dramatic escalation of unrest on Thursday, as mass demonstrations erupted across cities and rural towns following a call from the country’s exiled crown prince, Reza Pahlavi. The protests, the largest since the 2023 “Woman, Life, Freedom” movement, were initially sparked by economic hardships and the collapse of the rial, now trading at roughly 1.

BBC News Persian profiles the former crown prince who is once again seeking a role in shaping his country's future.

Mass protests over the dire economic situation in Iran continue to grow across the country. Iranian authorities have imposed an internet blackout in a bid to quell the unrest. DW has more.

Demonstrations first began in Tehran last month - triggered by a sharp slide in the value of the rial currency - but have since spread to all 31 of the country's provinces.

As Iran faces renewed unrest after years of economic strain and conflict, Reza Pahlavi is seeking to position himself as an alternative to the Islamic Republic.

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Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's comments come after US President Donald Trump warned last week that if Tehran "violently kills peaceful protesters", America "will come to their rescue".

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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — European leaders urged Iran late Friday to allow its citizens to demonstrate without reprisal after Tehran signaled security forces would crack down on the protesters whom U.S. President Donald Trump has pledged to support. At least 62 people have been killed in the protests that began in late December […]

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned protesters and blamed foreign powers as Iran faced nationwide demonstrations, internet blackouts and a looming security crackdown.  

9 children said among those killed; security forces reportedly fire live rounds at protesters; reports say US, Israel reviewing assessments that demonstrations aren't posing threat to regime

In the biggest threat to the Islamic Republic in the past years, Iran has now been experiencing an unprecedented 13-day nationwide wave of protests. On January 9, 2026, the Iranian opposition reached its critical point when thousands took to the streets in response to an appeal made by the exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi himself.

Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi has issued an urgent and immediate call to President Trump, warning of a potential massacre under the cover of a total internet blackout in Iran. With the death toll reportedly hitting 62 and Trump threatening that Tehran will pay hell, get the full report on the 2026 Iranian uprising.  

What initially began as demonstrations against economic hardship has since evolved into a broader revolt targeting the government of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

European leaders urged Iran late Friday to allow its citizens to demonstrate without reprisal after Tehran signaled security forces would crack down on the protesters whom US President Donald Trump has pledged to support.

Demonstrations broke out in Iran on Dec. 28 and have spread nationwide as protesters vent their increasing discontent over the Islamic Republic's faltering economy and the collapse of its currency. Dozens of people have been killed and thousands arrested as the daily protests have grown and the government seeks to contain them. 🌎 How Iran’s Protests Unfolded: A Timeline of Economic Anger, Arrests, Crackdowns and Nationwide Unrest.

Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, delivered a warning to the United States as protests driven by economic hardship continue to spread across the country.

Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, delivered a warning to the United States as protests driven by economic hardship continue to spread across the country.

Iran's Supreme Leader blames Trump for the protests and vows "maximum punishment" for demonstrators.

Iran has seen major protests before, including the 2022 hijab movement. This time, demonstrations that began over inflation have transformed into calls for the removal of the Khamenei-led system. Women are playing a prominent role, adopting new forms of protest.