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10-01-2026
Large anti-government protests have erupted across Iran, with thousands marching in Tehran, Mashhad, and other cities, calling for the overthrow of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the return of exiled Reza Pahlavi. The protests, now in their 12th day, have spread to over 100 cities and towns across all 31 provinces, sparked by economic grievances and opposition to the clerical establishment. At least 34 protesters and eight security personnel have been killed, with 2,270 protesters arrested. The unrest is seen as the biggest challenge to the Iranian government since 2009.
Entities: Iran, Tehran, Mashhad, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Reza Pahlavi • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
10-01-2026
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has condemned anti-government protesters as 'troublemakers' trying to please US President Trump, amid widespread demonstrations against the economy and the Islamic Republic. The protests, now in their 13th day, have resulted in at least 48 deaths and 2,277 arrests. The Iranian government has imposed a near-total internet blackout, prompting concerns of intensified violence. International leaders, including the UK, Germany, and France, have expressed concern over the violence and called for the Iranian authorities to allow freedom of expression and peaceful assembly. Trump has warned that the US is watching the situation closely and may take action.
Entities: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Donald Trump, Iran, United States, United Nations • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
10-01-2026
Thousands of Iranians protested in over 180 cities across the country, defying a nationwide internet and phone blackout imposed by the government. The protests, sparked by a call from exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, marked a significant challenge to the Islamic Republic's hardline rulers. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vowed that the regime would 'not back down,' accusing President Trump of inspiring the unrest. The protests resulted in at least 65 deaths and over 2,300 detentions. Pahlavi appealed to Trump to intervene, while Trump reiterated his willingness to take action if the regime started killing people. Experts believe the protests will be difficult to contain due to the economic desperation and national pride involved.
Entities: Iran, Tehran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Reza Pahlavi, Donald Trump • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
10-01-2026
Iran is experiencing its largest protests in years, with demonstrations in at least 180 cities across all 31 provinces. The protests, initially sparked by economic woes and inflation, have evolved into a broader challenge to the country's hardline regime. The government has responded with force, resulting in thousands of arrests and dozens of deaths. US President Donald Trump has threatened to intervene on behalf of the protesters if they face violent crackdowns. Iranian leaders have acknowledged the economic concerns but blame the US for inciting the unrest. The protests have drawn comparisons to previous movements in 2022, 2019, and 2017, but the current demonstrations appear more widespread and desperate.
Entities: Iran, Donald Trump, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Tehran, Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
10-01-2026
The Iranian regime is facing a significant challenge as widespread protests continue to escalate across the country. The protests, which began on December 28th, have grown in scale and spread to all 31 provinces, involving diverse groups including women, middle-aged, and middle-class individuals. The regime's options for responding to the crisis are narrowing, with its staying power being tested against that of its people. The situation is reminiscent of the 2009 demonstrations and the 1979 revolution that overthrew the shah.
Entities: Iran, Iranian regime, December 28th, January 9th, 2009 demonstrations • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
10-01-2026
Iran has been plunged into a nationwide internet blackout as anti-regime protests intensify, severely restricting communication across the country as demonstrations enter their second week and the death toll reaches 44, according to reports. The protests, sparked by economic issues, have evolved into a broader movement demanding the overthrow of the Islamic Republic. President Donald Trump has warned the regime that if it starts killing people, 'they will be hit very hard.' The State Department's Persian feed on X restated Trump's warning in Farsi. The internet shutdown began earlier in the day, with widespread reports that the regime had cut off the internet. The blackout coincided with violent confrontations in several regions, including Lordegan, Chaharmahal, and Bakhtiari provinces, where battles erupted and state radio and TV stations were set on fire. The confirmed death toll from the unrest rose sharply, with at least 44 protesters killed by Iranian security forces since the uprising began.
Entities: Iran, Donald Trump, Hugh Hewitt, National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), Ali Safavi • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
10-01-2026
Iranian protests against the regime entered their 13th day amidst a nationwide internet blackout imposed by authorities. At least 51 protesters, including nine children, have been killed and hundreds injured. President Donald Trump expressed support for the protesters, warning that the US would respond forcefully if the regime resorts to mass violence. The international community, including France, the UK, and Germany, condemned the violence by Iranian security forces and urged restraint. The protests, described as unprecedented in Iran's history, continued despite the communications blackout, with reports of security forces killing protesters in several cities.
Entities: Iran, President Donald Trump, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, United States, Israel • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
10-01-2026
The article reports on the ongoing protests in Iran, where the government has imposed a nationwide internet blackout as demonstrations enter their second week. Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has warned that security forces will crack down on protesters, dismissing US President Donald Trump's statements that the US will intervene if peaceful protesters are met with violence. The protests have resulted in at least 44 deaths, and exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi has called for continued demonstrations. Trump has reiterated his promise to help Iranians if their government starts killing protesters.
Entities: Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Donald Trump, US, Reza Pahlavi • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
10-01-2026
Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi has called on US President Donald Trump to intervene in the ongoing anti-government protests in Iran, which have been met with a nationwide internet blackout by the Iranian regime. Pahlavi, who is the son of Iran's toppled Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, urged Trump to support the protesters, saying that the regime is 'very close to collapsing.' The protests have resulted in at least 36 deaths, and the regime has responded with violence and a total communications blackout. Trump has stated that the US is 'locked and loaded and ready to go' to defend protesters if the regime uses violence against them.
Entities: Reza Pahlavi, Donald Trump, Iran, Ali Khamenei, Tehran • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
10-01-2026
Iran's leaders are facing their most serious threat since the 1979 revolution as millions of people protest across the country, united in their desire to remove Ayatollah Khamenei and the Islamic Republic. The protests began two weeks ago over economic issues, including soaring inflation and currency collapse, but have evolved into a broader movement against the ruling class and the regime's repressive policies. The regime is torn between using violence to quell the protests, which could lead to US intervention, and giving in to the protesters' demands, which could threaten their grip on power. The situation is critical, with internet and phone communications cut off, and the regime is blaming foreign mercenaries and the US for the unrest.
Entities: Iran, Ayatollah Khamenei, Islamic Republic, US, Donald Trump • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
10-01-2026
Tens of thousands of Iranians protested in cities across the country for the second night, despite a total internet blackout and threats from the government. The protests, sparked by economic grievances, have expanded to broader demands for an end to the Islamic Republic's rule. Videos and witness accounts describe widespread demonstrations, with protesters chanting anti-government slogans and clashing with security forces. The government has responded with force, killing at least 28 people, and has shut down communication channels to prevent news from spreading. Experts say the protests are driven by deep-seated anger and a sense of desperation among the population.
Entities: Iran, Tehran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, United States, Israel • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
