New Year's Eve Protests in Iran Over Living Conditions
Iranians took to the streets on 31 December 2025 as economic hardship and social restrictions intensified. Read our full report on the growing unrest.
Iranians took to the streets on 31 December 2025 as economic hardship and social restrictions intensified. Read our full report on the growing unrest.
Widespread protests erupt in Iran as currency collapse and soaring inflation push citizens into the streets. Students, traders, and demonstrators demand political change. Read the latest developments.
Protests over Iran's plummeting currency and soaring inflation enter a fourth day, with demonstrators attempting to storm a government building. Authorities offer dialogue as economic pressure mounts.
Iran's government seeks talks with protest leaders after widespread demonstrations over the plummeting rial and soaring living costs. President Pezeshkian vows economic reforms.
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Iranian boxing champion Mohammad Javad Vafaei Sani could be executed at any moment after his retrial request was denied. Campaigners warn his life is in grave danger. Urgent international action is needed.
Viral videos show Iranian women defying hijab laws, but the reality is a regime cracking down hard on dissent. Discover the true story behind the brave acts of resistance.
Iran's football federation will boycott the World Cup draw after US granted only four visas. Federation president denied entry to Washington event. Read the full story.
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Iran's foreign minister reveals readiness to resume US nuclear negotiations if treated respectfully. Abbas Araghchi discloses new mediation requests amid ongoing tensions.
Iran confirms it has ceased all uranium enrichment following US airstrikes on its nuclear facilities. Foreign Minister demands 'equal and fair negotiations' with Washington. Read the latest.
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NSW police face questions after approving neo-Nazi protest near parliament. Commissioner blames communication breakdown as premier considers new laws.
Over 20 Olympic medallists including Martina Navratilova call for immediate action to save Iranian boxing champion Mohammad Javad Vafaei Sani from execution. Join the protest.
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