Driven by soaring prices, inflation, and a plunging currency, Iranians have taken to the streets in what is the biggest threat to the Islamic regime in years. Journalists from RFE/RL’s Iranian service, Radio Farda, bring you the latest developments, analysis, and reporting from on the ground.
Key Takeaways:
- Iran has entered a 14th night of protests as authorities seemed to be intensifying their crackdown and Western leaders -- including US President Donald Trump -- stepped up pressure on Tehran.
- RFE/RL's Radio Farda has verified the deaths of 35 protesters. Some human rights groups say the actual number is higher, and that over 2,000 people have been arrested.
- Cyber watchdog NetBlocks says Iran is experiencing a "national Internet blackout."
- Journalists are being summoned by the authorities in Iran in a warning against covering the protests.
- Traders in Kurdish parts of the country have gone on strike in support of the protesters.