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.
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University students in Tehran have joined widespread protests over Iran's economic crisis, with inflation hitting 42.5% in December 2025. The rial has lost half its value against the dollar. Read the latest developments.
Iran's government seeks talks with protest leaders after widespread demonstrations over the plummeting rial and soaring living costs. President Pezeshkian vows economic reforms.
Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi calls for a diplomatic reset with the US, arguing that uncritical support for Israel is a liability. He urges President Trump to seize a 'brief window' for peace.
Iran's foreign minister says a 'brief window' exists for US dialogue, backed by mutual allies. He argues Trump's base wants a deal, not war. Read the latest on Middle East diplomacy.
Donald Trump promised 'immediate' US support if Benjamin Netanyahu orders new strikes on Iran's nuclear sites. The pledge came during a Mar-a-Lago meeting where Trump also addressed Gaza, Syria, and Ukraine. Read the full analysis.
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Israeli PM Netanyahu heads to Florida for crucial talks with President Trump. The future of Gaza, strikes on Iran, and Hezbollah in Lebanon hang in the balance. Read the latest analysis.
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Young women in Tehran are openly defying Iran's strict hijab laws, posting unveiled videos online. Despite harsh new penalties, many believe the weakened regime fears mass arrests could spark fresh protests.
A Guatemalan man died in ICE custody at Fort Bliss, Texas. His wife was deported without seeing him. Lawmakers demand closure amid abuse allegations.
Official figures reveal UK disposable income has fallen for three consecutive quarters, leaving households over £20 worse off per month than in 2019. Explore the data and expert analysis.
Official figures reveal UK disposable income has dropped over £20 a month since 2019. Explore the data on falling living standards and the economic challenges ahead.
Amu Gib and Kamran Ahmed, on hunger strike for 50 and 42 days, have been hospitalised. MPs demand urgent government intervention over prison conditions. Read the latest.
The son of a British woman detained in Iran reveals the 'dire' prison conditions she and her husband face, including rats and malnutrition. He urges the UK government to act. Read the full story.
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.
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The sons of former Pakistani PM Imran Khan reveal his 'awful' prison conditions, including solitary confinement and psychological torture. They fear they may never see him again.
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Iranian judiciary arrests two organisers of a marathon on Kish Island after images show women competing without headscarves, amid growing internal pressure over hijab law enforcement.
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