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11-01-2026
Protesters in Iran have defied a government crackdown on Saturday night, taking to the streets despite reports of hundreds being killed or wounded by security forces. The protests, sparked by soaring inflation, have spread to over 100 cities and towns across every province in Iran, with demonstrators calling for an end to the clerical rule of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The government has imposed an internet blackout, and the country's attorney general has stated that anyone protesting will be considered an 'enemy of God,' an offense carrying the death penalty. Verified videos show violent clashes between protesters and security forces, with reports of over 100 people killed, including security personnel. The international community has reacted, with US President Donald Trump threatening to hit Iran 'very hard' if they 'start killing people,' and UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper condemning the violence against protesters.
Entities: Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Donald Trump, Mohammad Movahedi Azad, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
Protests in Iran continue for the 14th day, with at least 116 people killed and over 2,600 arrested. The protests began in Tehran in late December over economic issues but have morphed into a significant challenge to the government. The Trump administration has expressed support for the protesters, with President Trump warning Iran's leaders against killing protesters, stating that the US would respond 'very, very hard' if they do. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has accused Trump of having 'hands stained with the blood of Iranians' and urged protesters to stop. The Iranian government has shut down the internet and cut telephone lines, making it difficult to assess the situation on the ground. The international community, including the US Secretary of State, has expressed support for the protesters.
Entities: Iran, United States, Donald Trump, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Tehran • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
The article discusses the ongoing anti-government protests in Iran, which began two weeks ago in response to the country's economic crisis and have since spread across the nation. US President Trump has issued warnings to Iranian leaders, stating that the US will respond if protesters are killed. Analysts say that Trump's warnings are alarming Iranian officials and encouraging protesters, but may not deter a crackdown. The protests have resulted in at least 65 deaths and numerous injuries, with the Iranian government cutting off internet access to prevent the international community from witnessing the events.
Entities: Donald Trump, Iran, Tehran, Maziar Bahari, Iranwire • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
Anti-government protests in Iran have entered their third week amid a severe internet blackout, with at least 78 protesters killed and over 2,600 arrested. The demonstrations, driven by economic hardship, have spread across all 31 provinces and over 180 cities. Iran's parliamentary speaker has warned that US military and commercial bases will be targeted if Washington intervenes militarily, following threats from US President Donald Trump. The internet blackout, now over 60 hours long, has been condemned by human rights groups and Iranian filmmakers as a tool of repression, potentially driving more people to protest.
Entities: Iran, US, Donald Trump, Tehran, NetBlocks • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
Armed protesters clashed with security forces in Tehran, Iran, as nationwide anti-regime demonstrations entered their 14th day, resulting in 65 deaths and 2,311 arrests. The protests, which began as a response to economic hardship and government corruption, have spread to 190 cities across Iran. President Donald Trump warned that the US would respond forcefully if the Iranian regime resorts to mass violence against protesters. The international community is watching the situation closely, with several airlines suspending flights to Iran.
Entities: Iran, Tehran, Donald Trump, Khamenei, Reza Pahlavi • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
A protester scaled the Iranian Embassy in London, tore down the Islamic Republic's flag, and replaced it with the pre-1979 'Lion and Sun' emblem, amid widespread anti-regime protests in Iran. The incident occurred as Iran faces significant unrest, with at least 72 people killed and over 2,300 detained. The US President Trump has warned the Iranian regime that the US will protect protesters if necessary.
Entities: Iran, London, Iranian Embassy, United States, President Trump • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
The Iranian government has triggered an internet 'kill switch,' severely restricting citizens' access to the internet amid ongoing nationwide protests against the regime. The blackout, which has reduced internet connectivity to below 2% of normal levels, is believed to be an attempt to hide alleged human rights abuses by security forces. At least 65 people have been killed and over 2,300 arrested since the protests began. The international community, including the US, has condemned the regime's actions, with President Donald Trump warning against using force on protesters.
Entities: Iran, NetBlocks, Alp Toker, Amnesty International, Human Rights Activists in Iran • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
Iranian hospitals are overwhelmed with injuries as anti-government protests continue across the country, resulting in at least 72 deaths and over 2,300 detentions. The protests began as demonstrations against inflation and the collapse of the rial, but have escalated into clashes between young men and security forces. The US has warned Iran that it will respond forcefully if the regime resorts to violence, with President Trump stating that the US is watching the situation closely. The Iranian government has signaled a clampdown, with the attorney general warning that protesters will be considered 'enemies of God,' a death penalty charge.
Entities: Iran, Tehran, Shiraz, Donald Trump, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
Iran's parliament met to discuss ongoing mass protests, with Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warning that the US military and Israel would be 'legitimate targets' if America strikes the country. The protests have resulted in 116 deaths and an internet blackout has lasted over 60 hours. The demonstrations began over economic issues but have grown into calls challenging Iran's theocracy. The US and Israel have been in contact regarding the situation, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussing the protests with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Entities: Iran, US, Israel, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Donald Trump • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
The article analyzes the current protests in Iran, stating that the regime is more vulnerable than ever, but Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei shows no signs of relenting. The protests, which began over various issues, have been met with a harsh response from the authorities, including internet shutdowns and violent crackdowns. The article notes that while the protests have no apparent leader, figures like Reza Pahlavi, son of the former shah, have some support on the streets. The international community, including the US under Donald Trump, may play a role in the outcome. The regime's vulnerability is contrasted with its history of resilience and the lack of elite buy-in for revolution.
Entities: Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Reza Pahlavi, Donald Trump, Israel • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
The US 'stands ready to help' Iranian protesters, according to Donald Trump, as the number of people killed in demonstrations across Iran has risen to 116. The protests, which began on December 28 over a sharp slide in the value of the rial currency, have transformed into a significant challenge to the Iranian regime. Officials have imposed a communications blackout, and state media is blaming the protests on 'terrorist agents' from the US and Israel. Iran's prosecutor-general has threatened protesters with charges of moharebeh, punishable by death. International leaders, including UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, have called on the Iranian authorities to show restraint.
Entities: Donald Trump, Iran, US, Israel, Mohammad Movahedi Azad • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
Iran's parliament speaker has warned that US troops and Israel will be targets if America strikes the country over ongoing protests. The protests, which began on December 28, have intensified and grown into calls challenging Iran's theocracy, with at least 116 people killed and 2,600 detained. Iran's parliament speaker, Qalibaf, made the threat as lawmakers rallied in support of the government's crackdown on protesters. The US has warned that it is 'postured with forces that span the full range of combat capability to defend our forces, our partners and allies and US interests.' The protests have continued despite a nationwide internet blackout and phone lines being cut off.
Entities: Iran, US, Israel, Donald Trump, Qalibaf • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
Nationwide protests in Iran have entered their third week, with demonstrators challenging the country's theocracy and calling for change. The protests have resulted in at least 116 deaths and 2,600 detentions, according to human rights activists. Iran's parliament speaker, Qalibaf, has warned that US troops and Israel will be 'legitimate targets' if America strikes the Islamic Republic. The US has warned that it is 'postured with forces that span the full range of combat capability to defend our forces, our partners and allies and U.S. interests.' The situation remains tense, with Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei holding the power to decide on any military action.
Entities: Iran, US, Israel, Donald Trump, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
President Trump has been briefed on new options for military strikes in Iran as he considers responding to the Iranian regime's efforts to suppress protests. The protests, which began in late December, have spread and grown in size, with many Iranians calling for changes to the country's authoritarian government. Trump has threatened to use lethal force against the Iranian government and has been presented with a range of options, including strikes on non-military sites in Tehran. The US officials are cautious about the potential consequences of any military action, including the risk of galvanizing the Iranian public to support the government or triggering retaliatory strikes.
Entities: Donald Trump, Iran, Tehran, Marco Rubio, Benjamin Netanyahu • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
Iranians are protesting against the authoritarian government due to economic hardships caused by US and European sanctions, a currency crisis, and high inflation. The protests, which began in late December, have spread across dozens of cities, with demonstrators chanting anti-government slogans and calling for regime change. The Iranian authorities have responded with a harsh crackdown, resulting in dozens of deaths and arrests. The international community, including the US and Israel, has reacted to the unrest, with some officials expressing support for the protesters and others warning against interference.
Entities: Iran, United States, Israel, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Donald Trump • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
Large-scale anti-government protests have erupted across Iran, resulting in dozens of deaths and thousands of arrests. The protests, which began on December 28, 2025, were initially sparked by economic grievances but have since escalated into a broader movement against the government. The exiled son of the former Shah, Reza Pahlavi, has been calling for demonstrations and has urged protesters to seize city centers. The Iranian authorities have responded with force, arresting nearly 200 people and warning of severe punishments, including death. The international community has condemned the government's actions, with leaders from France, Britain, and Germany calling for restraint.
Entities: Iran, Reza Pahlavi, Tehran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Donald Trump • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
11-01-2026
The article reports on the escalating use of deadly force by Iranian security forces against mass protests in Iran, despite a severe communications blackout. Reports of a dramatic escalation in violence have begun to emerge, sparking fears of a 'massacre'. The protests have been ongoing, and the Iranian authorities are struggling to contain them. The article highlights the challenges in getting accurate information out of Iran due to the communications blackout.
Entities: Iran, Yeganeh Torbati, ISTANBUL, Iranian security forces, protests • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
