Iran is witnessing a wave of protests spreading across multiple cities, with at least 36 people reported dead according to right-wing groups monitoring the unrest. Citizens have taken to the streets demanding political reforms, while authorities reportedly respond with force.


Iran protests: Iranian leaders distinguish demonstrators from rioters  

Iran chaos: Anger mounts against Supreme Leader Khamenei as protests continue to escalate

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Chaos broke out at Tehran’s Grand Bazaar as police and protesters continued to clash amid growing unrest. The incident highlights escalating tensions in Iran, driven by economic pressures and public anger. Security forces remain on high alert as protests persist across key areas of the capital. Stay tuned for the latest updates from Iran.

Chaos Erupts in Tehran’s Grand Bazaar as Police, Protesters Clash

At least 12 people have been killed during a week of unrest in Iran, as protests over soaring inflation spread across the country, sparking violent clashes between demonstrators and security forces.


Iran protests: Judiciary vows strict action against rioters

Deadly clashes between protesters and security forces flared across Iran over the weekend as demonstrations over rising living costs entered a second week, rights groups and local media said on Sunday.

At least 12 people, including security forces, have been killed since protests began with a shopkeepers' strike in Tehran on December 28, according to an AFP tally based on official reports.


Iran Protests: Trump Warns Iran With Very Hard Consequences If Protesters Die

At least four people were killed in western Iran on Saturday in clashes between protesters and security forces, two rights groups said, accusing Revolutionary Guards of opening fire on demonstrators. Protests carried on in several cities nationwide throughout Saturday, the seventh day of a movement sparked by anger over the rising cost of living in the Islamic Republic.


Iran protests: Reports say at least 4 Kurdish Iranians killed in Malekshahi County

Tensions between Washington and Tehran are rising sharply as protests spread across Iran over economic hardship and political frustration. U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that the United States is “locked and loaded” to respond if Iranian authorities kill peaceful protesters. Tehran has hit back, calling any U.S. interference a “red line” and warning it would destabilise the entire region.
At least six people have been reported killed as clashes erupted between protesters and security forces in multiple Iranian cities. The unrest comes as Iran’s economy reels under years of sanctions, soaring inflation and a collapsing currency. With threats exchanged and protests intensifying, fears are growing that domestic unrest in Iran could spiral into a wider regional crisis.

Iran protests: Trump threatens to send American troops, Iran warns 'don't cross red line’ 

Several people have been killed in widespread protests across Iran over economic hardships, falling currency and rising prices, Iranian media and rights groups report. Clashes between demonstrators and security forces, including the Basij, have left several dead and injured. Authorities plan dialogue with unions and merchants while the rial loses about half its value in 2025.


Day 6 of Iran protest: Donald Trump enters fray, warns Khamenei

Iran protests: Trump says US will intervene if Iran starts killing protesters

In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump warned Iran of violence against peaceful protesters, alleging it is a custom of Tehran. Iran reacts to Trump's social media post. Watch this report for more details!


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Iran protests: 119 protesters arrested, 7 killed in Iran's biggest protest in years

Iran has erected banners across Tehran threatening further attacks on Israel and a US base in Qatar. The banners show maps and locations of sites hit during the June conflict, including Israel’s Nevatim airbase, Haifa refinery, and Qatar’s Al‑Udeid airbase.

IRGC officials warned that Tehran’s missile capabilities have grown and future retaliation could be even more extensive. The move follows US President Donald Trump’s support for possible Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear or missile sites, escalating tensions in the region and raising fears of renewed conflict.

Iran Threatens Israel and US Interests in Tehran Banners Following June Strikes

Protests over rising costs of living in Iran spread to several universities, semi-official media reported, as students joined shopkeepers and merchants in expressing dissatisfaction at currency devaluation and the connected costs. The Fars news agency reported that hundreds of students demonstrated at four universities in the capital, Tehran; other outlets said seven sites were involved. 


Iran protests: Students join protests in Iran as pressure on government grows

Iran’s capital is witnessing fresh unrest as economic protests enter a third day in Tehran. 
Demonstrations triggered by soaring inflation, a collapsing rial and shortages of power and water have drawn in shopkeepers, students and middle-class Iranians, a combination that has historically alarmed the regime.

Students join protests in Iran as pressure on government grows

Protests in Iran are intensifying as students join the growing demonstrations. A viral video showing an unarmed protester confronting police has captured global attention, highlighting ongoing tensions and public unrest in the country.


Iran protests: Iranians hit the streets against rising cost of living, govt buildings attacked

Iranian authorities say a government building was attacked in the southern city of Fasa amid a wave of protests driven by mounting economic pressure, while officials insist the unrest remains limited and under control.


Breaking: Iranian government confirms attack on office of governor in Fasa region

Major protests erupt across Iran, including Tehran, as the Iranian Rial hits a record low against the US dollar. Footage shows clashes between protestors and security forces, while the central bank chief resigns amid the crisis. President Masoud Pezeshkian calls the demands “legitimate” and urges dialogue to address public concerns. Latest updates on Iran’s economic turmoil and unrest.


Iran: Protests across cities amid inflation & crashing currency 

Iran is facing its worst water crisis in a decade, with dangers looming that the capital city of Tehran might become uninhabitable soon. As the city continues to pray for rain, President Masoud Pezeshkian warned that mere rationing will not solve the problem; if there is no rainfall in December, citizens will be in grave trouble.&nbsp;“Even if we ration, if it doesn’t rain again, then we won’t have water at all,” said President Masoud Pezeshkian in the first week of November.&nbsp;<h2>Why is Iran facing a water shortage?</h2>Climate change has significantly hurt the water reservoirs. Iran is in its sixth straight drought year, and temperature in Iran crosses 122 degrees Fahrenheit during the summer. Iran's state media have reported that Iran received 40 per cent less rainfall last year compared to its 57-year average in Iran. The forecast also predicts continuous dry conditions towards the end of December. Tehran is solely dependent on the five reservoirs, which are fed from the rivers outside the city. They used to collectively store 500 million cubic metres now have barely 250 million. These issues extend far beyond Tehran, Iran’s second-largest city. Mashad's water reserves plunged below 3 per cent. Nationally, 19 major dams, roughly 10% of Iran’s total, have run dry.&nbsp;Furthermore, the 12-day war with Israel has also damaged the water infrastructure. Citizens also blame the mismanagement: “The authorities have known about this problem for years, but nothing has been done,” said Sadegh Razavi, a restaurant owner in Iran. Iran's Minister of Energy, Abbas Aliabadi, warned that they will resort to a power cut at night. Citizens lament that the historic Persia, even after being so rich in minerals and natural reserves, has to suffer from a water crisis and power cuts.&nbsp;Researchers, eventhough they argued for the narrative of climate change, also highlighted the mismanagement and systemic corruption that resulted in the dire crisis. “The problem is mismanagement and systemic corruption in the system that basically allows powerful organisations to even build dams or diversion tunnels without even getting permits,” said Amir AghaKouchak, a California-based researcher. There has been an overdraft of groundwater, which is making the soil salty, and lakes are disappearing. Iran's state media have reported several critics blaming the years of illegal well drilling and inefficient agricultural practices. President Pezeshkian have blamed the previous governments for the mismanagement. There had been instances of unrest in southwestern Khuzestan province, sometimes escalating to violence.&nbsp;Authorities are calling for divine intervention. "In the past, people would go out to the desert to pray for rain,” said Mehdi Chamran, head of Tehran’s City Council, state media reported. "Perhaps we should not neglect that tradition." Other stopgap measures include decreasing water pressure and transferring some of the water from its reserves. But without a December rain, the crisis is unavoidable.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Iran faces its worst water crisis in a decade as drought, mismanagement and war damage threaten Tehran’s survival. Reservoirs are half empty, and authorities are seeking divine intervention.

Iran is facing its worst water crisis in a decade, with dangers looming that the capital city of Tehran might become uninhabitable soon. As the city continues to pray for rain, President Masoud Pezeshkian warned that mere rationing will not solve the problem; if there is no rainfall in December, citizens will be in grave trouble. “Even if we ration, if it doesn’t rain again, then we won’t have water at all,” said President Masoud Pezeshkian in the first week of November. Why is Iran facing a water shortage? Climate change has significantly hurt the water reservoirs. Iran is in its sixth straight drought year, and temperature in Iran crosses 122 degrees Fahrenheit during the summer. Iran's state media have reported that Iran received 40 per cent less rainfall last year compared to its 57-year average in Iran. The forecast also predicts continuous dry conditions towards the end of December. Tehran is solely dependent on the five reservoirs, which are fed from the rivers outside the city. They used to collectively store 500 million cubic metres now have barely 250 million. These issues extend far beyond Tehran, Iran’s second-largest city. Mashad's water reserves plunged below 3 per cent. Nationally, 19 major dams, roughly 10% of Iran’s total, have run dry. Furthermore, the 12-day war with Israel has also damaged the water infrastructure. Citizens also blame the mismanagement: “The authorities have known about this problem for years, but nothing has been done,” said Sadegh Razavi, a restaurant owner in Iran. Iran's Minister of Energy, Abbas Aliabadi, warned that they will resort to a power cut at night. Citizens lament that the historic Persia, even after being so rich in minerals and natural reserves, has to suffer from a water crisis and power cuts. Researchers, eventhough they argued for the narrative of climate change, also highlighted the mismanagement and systemic corruption that resulted in the dire crisis. “The problem is mismanagement and systemic corruption in the system that basically allows powerful organisations to even build dams or diversion tunnels without even getting permits,” said Amir AghaKouchak, a California-based researcher. There has been an overdraft of groundwater, which is making the soil salty, and lakes are disappearing. Iran's state media have reported several critics blaming the years of illegal well drilling and inefficient agricultural practices. President Pezeshkian have blamed the previous governments for the mismanagement. There had been instances of unrest in southwestern Khuzestan province, sometimes escalating to violence. Authorities are calling for divine intervention. "In the past, people would go out to the desert to pray for rain,” said Mehdi Chamran, head of Tehran’s City Council, state media reported. "Perhaps we should not neglect that tradition." Other stopgap measures include decreasing water pressure and transferring some of the water from its reserves. But without a December rain, the crisis is unavoidable.

Iran faces its worst water crisis in a decade as drought, mismanagement and war damage threaten Tehran’s survival. Reservoirs are half empty, and authorities are seeking divine intervention.

Authorities seek divine intervention as water crisis might force Iran to evacuate its capital, Tehran

Iran is grappling with an unprecedented water crisis as Tehran enters its sixth consecutive year of extreme drought. Rivers, lakes, and reservoirs are at critically low levels, threatening agriculture, livelihoods, and urban water supply across the country. Experts warn that urgent measures are needed to prevent further environmental and humanitarian consequences.


Iran: Tehran witnesses worst drought in several decades 

Iran is grappling with an unprecedented water crisis as Tehran enters its sixth consecutive year of extreme drought. Rivers, lakes, and reservoirs are at critically low levels, threatening agriculture, livelihoods, and urban water supply across the country. Experts warn that urgent measures are needed to prevent further environmental and humanitarian consequences.

People Offers Prayers For Rain as Iran Faces Worst Drought in Several Decades 

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has publicly showcased its missile and drone arsenal for the first time since the June war with Israel. The display featured Emad and Khorramshahr ballistic missiles, the hypersonic Fattah system, advanced air-defense radars, and new-generation drones, signaling Tehran’s expanding military capabilities amid rising regional tensions.

Iran Unveils Missiles & Drones for First Time Since June War with Israel

Tehran Faces Emergency Rationing as Iran’s Unprecedented Drought Deepens

Washington is pressing Baghdad to dismantle pro-Iranian paramilitary groups. The move is risky, but it may pay off.


Iraq elections 2025: Iraq polls to test Iran's fractured influence & US pressure 

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that the capital Tehran is facing an impending acute and unprecedented water and energy crisis, which threaten drinking water supply and electricity generation, said reports on Friday. Tehran’s dam reservoirs have fallen to their lowest level in 60 years, he revealed. “If it doesn’t rain in Tehran by late November, we’ll have to ration water. And if it still doesn’t rain, we’ll have to evacuate Tehran,” Pezeshkian was cited as saying on Thursday by the SNN.ir semi-official news agency. Pezeshkian described the situation as “extremely critical,” citing reports that Tehran’s dam reservoirs have fallen to their lowest level in 60 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;Tehran has entered its sixth consecutive year of drought, with some dams at less than 10% of capacity.Officials say the Latyan Dam, one of five key reservoirs in the east of Tehran, is only about 9% full.&nbsp;“Latyan’s water storage is just nine million cubic metres,” Deputy Energy Minister Mohammad Javanbakht said, calling the situation “critical”.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tmc-mp-kalyan-banerjee-loses-56-lakh-to-cyberfraud-through-fake-kyc-of-bank-account-1762531065711">TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee loses ₹56 lakh to cyberfraud through fake KYC of bank account</a>&nbsp;Tehran, a city of about 9.1 million residents, lies in a province of roughly 14.5 million people and relies heavily on hydropower. But as rivers and wetlands have dried up, power output has plummeted, forcing some plants offline for lack of cooling water. Officials describe the water shortage as “unprecedented.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-800-flights-cancelled-in-us-after-aviation-agency-s-directive-to-cut-air-traffic-1762518468183">Over 800 flights cancelled in US after aviation agency’s directive to cut air traffic</a>&nbsp;Iran’s energy system is highly dependent on hydropower and fossil fuels, while solar and wind are only a small fraction of total capacity. Sanctions, investor scepticism and decades of underinvestment have stalled diversification efforts.Critics also point out faulty policies that placed water-hungry industries like steel, cement and petrochemicals in the country’s driest regions.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-five-killed-in-vietnam-as-typhoon-kalmaegi-makes-landfall-after-unleashing-devastation-in-philippines-1762523301709">At least five killed in Vietnam as Typhoon Kalmaegi makes landfall after unleashing devastation in Philippines</a>&nbsp;“Wrong policies diverted rivers to inland factories that should have been built on the coast,” said lawmaker Reza Sepahvand.&nbsp;Agriculture still consumes about 80% of Iran’s freshwater, much of it through inefficient irrigation for thirsty crops in arid areas.Outdated practices are draining aquifers and worsening power outages as pumping systems fail.

Tehran has entered its sixth consecutive year of drought, with some dams at less than 10% of capacity. The Latyan Dam, one of five key reservoirs in the east of Tehran, is only about 9% full. President Masoud Pezeshkian described the situation as “extremely critical”.

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that the capital Tehran is facing an impending acute and unprecedented water and energy crisis, which threaten drinking water supply and electricity generation, said reports on Friday. Tehran’s dam reservoirs have fallen to their lowest level in 60 years, he revealed. “If it doesn’t rain in Tehran by late November, we’ll have to ration water. And if it still doesn’t rain, we’ll have to evacuate Tehran,” Pezeshkian was cited as saying on Thursday by the SNN.ir semi-official news agency. Pezeshkian described the situation as “extremely critical,” citing reports that Tehran’s dam reservoirs have fallen to their lowest level in 60 years. Tehran has entered its sixth consecutive year of drought, with some dams at less than 10% of capacity. Officials say the Latyan Dam, one of five key reservoirs in the east of Tehran, is only about 9% full. “Latyan’s water storage is just nine million cubic metres,” Deputy Energy Minister Mohammad Javanbakht said, calling the situation “critical”. Also Read: TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee loses ₹56 lakh to cyberfraud through fake KYC of bank account Tehran, a city of about 9.1 million residents, lies in a province of roughly 14.5 million people and relies heavily on hydropower. But as rivers and wetlands have dried up, power output has plummeted, forcing some plants offline for lack of cooling water. Officials describe the water shortage as “unprecedented.” Also Read: Over 800 flights cancelled in US after aviation agency’s directive to cut air traffic Iran’s energy system is highly dependent on hydropower and fossil fuels, while solar and wind are only a small fraction of total capacity. Sanctions, investor scepticism and decades of underinvestment have stalled diversification efforts. Critics also point out faulty policies that placed water-hungry industries like steel, cement and petrochemicals in the country’s driest regions. Also Read: At least five killed in Vietnam as Typhoon Kalmaegi makes landfall after unleashing devastation in Philippines “Wrong policies diverted rivers to inland factories that should have been built on the coast,” said lawmaker Reza Sepahvand. Agriculture still consumes about 80% of Iran’s freshwater, much of it through inefficient irrigation for thirsty crops in arid areas. Outdated practices are draining aquifers and worsening power outages as pumping systems fail.

Tehran has entered its sixth consecutive year of drought, with some dams at less than 10% of capacity. The Latyan Dam, one of five key reservoirs in the east of Tehran, is only about 9% full. President Masoud Pezeshkian described the situation as “extremely critical”.

Tehran faces acute water scarcity and energy crisis; mulls rationing, evacuation

Tehran has inaugurated a new metro station named after the Christian legend Virgin Mary, describing it as a symbol of religious tolerance and coexistence. The move has been both praised and criticised, domestically as well as internationally, shedding light on the concerns about the plight of religious minorities of Iran.

Tehran Honours Virgin Mary, Mother of Jesus: Names New Metro Station After Her

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has strongly rejected a renewed offer of nuclear talks from U.S. President Donald Trump, calling it coercive and dismissing claims that the U.S. destroyed Iran’s nuclear program during the June airstrikes.
Khamenei's fiery speech comes after Trump told the Israeli Parliament that his administration is open to a "peace deal" with Tehran.

Khamenei Rejects Trump’s Offer, Denies U.S. Destroyed Iran’s Nuclear Program

Iran's president repeated in the UNGA that his country is not seeking nuclear weapons, after military strikes by Israel and the United States. 


Iran Refuses To Back Down From Uranium Enrichment; Insists Has No Nuclear Weapon Ambitions

In an exclusive interview with WION's Shubhangi Priyadarshini, Bollywood actor Madhurima Tuli gets candid about her role in 'Tehran' and shares why family is central to such stories.

Madhurima Tuli on working with John Abraham in Tehran

Iran has launched a two-day missile drill titled “Sustainable Power 1404” in the northern Indian Ocean and Sea of Oman. This marks Tehran’s first major military exercise since the 12-day conflict in June, showcasing its naval and missile capabilities amid rising regional tensions. The drill comes at a time of heightened geopolitical instability in the Middle East, with Iran signaling military readiness and strategic intent in key maritime zones.

Iran holds large-scale military drills | Test fires range of cruise missiles

Israel's Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology Gila Gamliel put out an AI-made video on social media platform X, titled as ‘Next Year in a Free Tehran’. The video begins with establishing shots of Tehran. It then cuts to showing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara, walking arm-in-arm down a street. The video further presents footage of Minister Gamliel and her husband, as well as &nbsp;exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi and his wife walking in the same environment. The video ends with Israeli and Iranian imperial flags placed side-by-side.&nbsp;Apart from Gila Gamliel, Sara Netanyahu, every other woman in the video is seen with head coverings, which were enforced by the Islamic Republic of Iran after the revolution that overthrew the shah in 1979.<h2>See the video here:</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">בחזרה לעתיד ... بازگشت به آینده … <a href="https://t.co/6tGB7z939U">pic.twitter.com/6tGB7z939U</a>&mdash; גילה גמליאל - Gila Gamliel (@GilaGamliel) <a href="https://twitter.com/GilaGamliel/status/1939651625187967090?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In 2023, Gamliel received Crown Prince Reza in Israel, where he met representatives and took part in the official opening ceremony to commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day. Greeting him upon his arrival, Gamliel said, "Together, through a shared vision, we will take the first step in creating bridges and collaborations between the two peoples."&nbsp;Israel and Iran are at a direct war now, but did you know that once upon a time, the two countries had friendly relations, and even cooperated to fight common enemies? For nearly three decades since the formation of Israel in 1948, Iran and Israel had a peaceful relationship. They even helped each other fight common enemies.&nbsp;In the Six-Day War of 1967, Israel fought Egypt, Jordan and Syria. In the war of June 5–10, Israel captured the Sinai Peninsula, Gaza Strip, West Bank, East Jerusalem, and Golan Heights. At the time, Iran was ruled by Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. The Iranian Shah was an ally of the US and had friendly, albeit covert, ties with Israel. Iran exported oil to Israel at the time, and helped Israel with intelligence sharing. Iran played no military role against Israel in this war, one of the first in the long-standing Arab-Israeli conflict.

Back to the future Israeli minister hints at Iran regime change shares AI video showing Netanyahu and Reza Pehlavi

Israel's Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology Gila Gamliel put out an AI-made video on social media platform X, titled as ‘Next Year in a Free Tehran’. The video begins with establishing shots of Tehran. It then cuts to showing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara, walking arm-in-arm down a street. The video further presents footage of Minister Gamliel and her husband, as well as exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi and his wife walking in the same environment. The video ends with Israeli and Iranian imperial flags placed side-by-side. Apart from Gila Gamliel, Sara Netanyahu, every other woman in the video is seen with head coverings, which were enforced by the Islamic Republic of Iran after the revolution that overthrew the shah in 1979. See the video here:

AI-generated clip features Netanyahu, Minister Gamliel, and Iran’s exiled crown prince walking freely in Tehran, ending with Israeli and Iranian imperial flags side-by-side

'Back to the future': Israeli minister hints at Iran regime change, shares AI video showing Netanyahu and Reza Pehlavi

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