Iran is facing a severe wave of protests triggered by a deepening economic crisis, marked by record-high inflation and a sharp devaluation of the national currency. While the unrest began with strikes by merchants over living costs, it has rapidly evolved into a significant political challenge with demonstrators calling for an end to the Islamic Republic’s leadership. Analysts suggest that public trust has completely eroded as citizens accuse the government of prioritizing regional proxy funding over domestic welfare while engaging in systemic corruption. In response, authorities have deployed security forces to suppress the crowds with tear gas and plastic bullets.
Date: December 31, 2025. Source: dw.com