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.
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Economic Crisis Sparks Major Protests Across Iran
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.
Iranian protesters storm governor's office amid economic crisis
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 Students Protest Soaring Costs Amid 42.5% Inflation
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 Pezeshkian Pledges to Listen to Protesters' Demands
Iran's government seeks talks with protest leaders after widespread demonstrations over the plummeting rial and soaring living costs. President Pezeshkian vows economic reforms.
Gen Z Protests Topple Governments in 2025
Young activists from Togo, Kenya, Nepal, Madagascar and Morocco reveal how mass protests driven by corruption, unemployment and failing public services shaped a year of global unrest. Discover their stories and demands.
Iranian Film Master Bahram Beyzaie Dies Aged 87
Iran mourns Bahram Beyzaie, the legendary filmmaker who wove myth and feminism into cinema. His banned works, now restored, screen in London this February. Explore his defiant legacy.
Snowball protests against ICE raids in US
Videos show residents in Minneapolis and Illinois throwing snowballs at ICE agents during immigration arrests. The confrontations have sparked legal action and debate over federal tactics.
Police filmed kicking protester at Brussels farmers' demo
Shocking video shows a Belgian police officer kicking a demonstrator at a farmers' protest in Brussels. Calls for investigation grow as tensions over agricultural policy rise.
Farmers 'bewildered and frightened' by inheritance tax reforms
A major government review identifies inheritance tax as the single biggest threat to farming viability. New 20% levy on farms over £1m sparks industry fear and protests. Read the full report.
Crowborough asylum supporters face rape, acid threats
Residents of an East Sussex town supporting asylum seekers face horrific threats and intimidation from protesters. Discover the dark side of the debate over housing 540 men at a former army camp.
Guggenheim Scraps Basque Expansion Plan After Protests
The Guggenheim Foundation has abandoned plans to build a satellite museum in a protected Basque nature reserve following major environmental protests. Campaigners celebrate a victory for local wildlife.
Terror arrests soar 660% after Palestine Action proscription
Official data reveals a 660% spike in UK terrorism arrests, with 86% linked to the banned group Palestine Action. Explore the figures and legal fallout.
Morocco accused of abuse against detained Gen Z protesters
Human rights groups condemn alleged police brutality and arbitrary detention of hundreds of young protesters in Morocco, as families share horrific testimonies of abuse. Calls for justice grow.
Protest ban plan sparks outcry after Bondi shooting
NSW Premier Chris Minns faces backlash from activists and Jewish groups over plans to restrict protests following the Bondi terror attack. Critics warn of eroding democratic freedoms.
Woodside CEO Meg O'Neill appointed to lead BP
Meg O'Neill, the Woodside Energy CEO known for criticising young climate activists, is stepping down to lead oil giant BP, which has abandoned its net zero strategy. Read the full story.
Met and GMP to arrest for 'globalise intifada' chants
London and Manchester police announce a tougher stance on pro-Palestine protests, vowing to arrest those using the phrase 'globalise the intifada'. The move follows antisemitic attacks abroad.
World in Pictures: Protests, Politics, and Remembrance
A visual journey across the globe: French farmers block roads, Zelenskyy meets German leaders, and Sydney mourns. Explore the day's powerful images and stories.
Iran arrests marathon organisers over hijab breach
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.
Palestinian Embassy in London Demands Security After Attack
Ambassador Husam Zomlot calls for 'comprehensive protection' after masked men waving Israeli and Union flags defaced the London embassy, calling it a breach of diplomatic law.
Farage's Scottish Surge as Reform UK Gains Ground
Nigel Farage returns to Scotland for a sold-out Reform UK event, capitalising on rising anti-immigration sentiment in towns like Falkirk. Analysis of a shifting political landscape.
Tenured US professor fired over Gaza protests contests dismissal
Sang Hea Kil, a tenured professor at San José State University, is fighting her dismissal over pro-Palestinian activism, raising major concerns about academic freedom and free speech on US campuses. Read the full story.
Germany Approves Military Service Plan Amid Protests
German parliament passes law to screen all 18-year-old men for military suitability, sparking nationwide school strikes. Defence minister warns conscription could follow if recruitment fails.
Panahi's New Film Exposes Iranian Brutality at Cannes
Jailed Iranian director Jafar Panahi premieres a darkly comic critique of state violence and bribery at Cannes. His film 'It Was Just an Accident' hits UK cinemas 5 December.
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe tells her prison story on BBC Two
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe recounts her six-year detention in Iran in a powerful BBC Two documentary, 'Prisoner 951: The Hostages' Story'. Discover her shocking experience and the wider political context.
Iranian women defy hijab laws in viral videos
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.
Weekend Photos: Messi's Frustration to Austerlitz Battle
Explore compelling global images from the weekend featuring Lionel Messi's on-pitch frustration, Napoleon battle re-enactments, and protests across the UK. Discover the stories behind the lens.
Chicago Clergy Detained in ICE Protest Standoff
Chicago religious leaders form interfaith coalition against ICE raids, with ministers detained during protests. Faith communities provide sanctuary and resistance.
Best Recent Translated Fiction - Review Roundup
Discover four compelling translated fiction works including Frode Grytten's poignant Norwegian tale and speculative Iranian futures. Explore these literary gems today!
Cop30: Key Images from Brazil's Climate Summit
From Indigenous protests to emotional pleas, Cop30 in Brazil saw high-stakes drama. Discover the five pivotal moments that defined this crucial UN climate conference and what happens next.
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