Economic Unrest Turns Into Political Challenge
World
Iran is experiencing its largest wave of protests since 2022. For the third consecutive day, the country has remained largely cut off from communications, as authorities have restricted internet and mobile network access, making it difficult to assess the situation in the regions.
The unrest began in late December with strikes by small business owners frustrated by rising prices, inflation, and a worsening economic situation. The protests quickly evolved into mass demonstrations featuring political slogans against the authorities.
According to opposition sources and reports circulating on social media, demonstrations have spread to more than one hundred cities, posing the most serious challenge to Iran’s leadership in recent years.
Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has dismissed the events as “riots,” blaming them on “hostile foreign provocations.” Amid the escalating tensions, Washington has threatened to support the protesters, while Tehran has warned of potential retaliatory measures.
Despite the information blackout, incoming reports suggest that the protests continue and are gaining momentum.
According to opposition sources and reports circulating on social media, demonstrations have spread to more than one hundred cities, posing the most serious challenge to Iran’s leadership in recent years.
Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has dismissed the events as “riots,” blaming them on “hostile foreign provocations.” Amid the escalating tensions, Washington has threatened to support the protesters, while Tehran has warned of potential retaliatory measures.
Despite the information blackout, incoming reports suggest that the protests continue and are gaining momentum.
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