Archive · 10 Jan 2026
Iran Protests Intensify with Calls for Strikes
Big protests are happening in Iran because people are upset about the economy and the government.
The protests started small but have grown very large, with people in many cities asking for changes.
The government says the US and Israel are causing trouble and has cut off the internet to stop people from sharing what's happening.
The leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, says he won't give in.
The exiled crown prince, Reza Pahlavi, is telling protesters to keep going and even asked the US to help.
The government is warning protesters that they could be in big trouble if they keep protesting.
Many people have been hurt or killed, and the situation is very tense.
Protests in Iran have intensified, spreading to 512 locations across 180 cities in 31 provinces.
Exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi called for protesters to seize city centers, cut financial lifelines, and intensify demonstrations.
The Iranian government and security forces have imposed internet blackouts and threatened protesters with severe consequences, including the death penalty.
US President Trump warned Iranian leaders against shooting protesters, and Secretary of State Rubio declared US support for the people of Iran.
The protests, fueled by economic hardships and political discontent, have been ongoing for nearly two weeks, with at least 62 deaths documented.
- Who
- Iranian government, protesters, exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi, US, Israel, Iranian security forces
- What
- Protests in Iran, calls for strikes, internet blackout, economic unrest, government crackdown
- When
- Protests began on December 28, ongoing for nearly two weeks
- Where
- Cities across Iran, including Tehran and Zahedan
- Why
- Economic hardships, political discontent, foreign influence allegations, calls for regime change
Protesters and Exiled Crown Prince
Iranian Government and Security Forces
Protest Goals
Protesters and Exiled Crown Prince
Protesters and Reza Pahlavi aim to seize city centers, cut financial lifelines, and bring down the regime.
Iranian Government and Security Forces
The Iranian government and security forces aim to maintain control, protect public property, and safeguard the achievements of the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
Foreign Influence
Protesters and Exiled Crown Prince
Reza Pahlavi called for US intervention and support for protesters.
Iranian Government and Security Forces
The Iranian government accuses the US, Israel, and hostile groups of interfering in internal affairs and undermining public security.
Response to Protests
Protesters and Exiled Crown Prince
Protesters and Pahlavi urge continued and intensified demonstrations, including strikes in key economic sectors.
Iranian Government and Security Forces
The Iranian government and security forces have imposed internet blackouts, declared a 'red line' for security, and threatened protesters with severe consequences, including the death penalty.
- Protest Duration
- Since December 28, ongoing for nearly two weeks
- Deaths Documented
- At least 62 (14 security personnel, 48 protesters)
- Internet Blackout
- Imposed to curb unrest and reduce information flow
- Supreme Leader's Stance
- Vowed not to back down, accused protesters of foreign influence
- Exiled Crown Prince's Call
- Urged protesters to seize city centers, cut financial lifelines, and intensify demonstrations
- Economic Context
- Inflation at 40%, rial lost half its value against the dollar
- Protest Locations
- Spread to 512 locations across 180 cities in 31 provinces
- US Response
- President Trump warned Iranian leaders against shooting protesters; Secretary of State Rubio declared US support for the people of Iran
Sources
Iran accuses US, Israel of 'directly interfering' in protests, dismisses risk of military action
Iran shuts off internet as protests blaze across country
'Attempt to deflect...': Iran accuses Washington, Israel of igniting protest, US calls claims 'delusional'
Iran Intensifies Warnings to Protesters as Rallies Near Two-Week Mark
Cut financial lifelines to bring Khamenei regime to its knees: Exiled Crown Prince’s fresh call to Iranian protesters
