What to Know About the Protests in Iran

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9 January 2026 at 12:11

By: Abdi Latif Dahir and Leily Nikounazar

Galloping inflation, a currency crisis and anger at the regime have fueled demonstrations across the country.

A photograph released by Iranian state media showing shops in Tehran on Dec. 30 that were closed after protests.

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Most of Iran Shuts Down as Government Grapples With Protests and Economy
31 December 2025 at 21:20

Most of Iran Shuts Down as Government Grapples With Protests and Economy

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31 December 2025 at 21:20

By: Ephrat Livni and Sanam Mahoozi

Amid mounting street protests, businesses, universities and government offices stayed closed Wednesday under government orders, in 21 of 31 provinces, including Tehran.

Tehran on Wednesday as businesses, universities and most government offices were told to close.

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‘Your Countries Are Going to Hell’: Trump Airs His Grievances at the U.N.
23 September 2025 at 18:21

‘Your Countries Are Going to Hell’: Trump Airs His Grievances at the U.N.

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23 September 2025 at 18:21

By: Luke Broadwater

In a meandering address, President Trump rebuked global institutions and complained about immigration, environmentalists, windmills and more.

President Trump delivered a meandering 56-minute speech at the United Nations on Tuesday.

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China and Russia Keep Their Distance From Iran During Crisis
6 July 2025 at 09:01

China and Russia Keep Their Distance From Iran During Crisis

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6 July 2025 at 09:01

By: Edward Wong

Some U.S. officials talked about an “axis” of authoritarian nations, but the American and Israeli war with Iran has exposed the limits of that idea.

An ambulance burned in an Israeli attack in Tehran last month. Despite the appearance of unity, Russia, China and North Korea did not rush to Iran’s aid during its war with Israel or when U.S. forces bombed Iranian nuclear sites.

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Netanyahu Heads to Washington as Trump Pushes for Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire
6 July 2025 at 08:39

Netanyahu Heads to Washington as Trump Pushes for Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire

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6 July 2025 at 08:39

By: Isabel Kershner

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel is set to meet with President Trump on Monday as attention has turned from Iran to a cease-fire for Gaza.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel visited the site of an Iranian strike in Rehovot, Israel, last month during the 12-day Israel-Iran war.

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Khamenei Appears in Public for First Time Since Israel War Began
5 July 2025 at 22:36

Khamenei Appears in Public for First Time Since Israel War Began

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5 July 2025 at 22:36

By: Farnaz Fassihi

The long absence of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, from public life had fueled speculation about his health and threats to his life.

A photograph released by Iran’s state media on Saturday showing Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

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In New Assessment, C.I.A. Chief Says U.S. Strikes ‘Severely Damaged’ Iranian Program
26 June 2025 at 01:57

In New Assessment, C.I.A. Chief Says U.S. Strikes ‘Severely Damaged’ Iranian Program

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26 June 2025 at 01:57

By: Julian E. Barnes， Mark Mazzetti and Maggie Haberman

The administration suggested an initial report of less-severe damage was already outdated as the president continued to defend his assertion that key facilities had been “obliterated,” though no intelligence official has yet directly echoed his view.

A uranium conversion facility in Isfahan, Iran, in 2004.

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Where Is Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei?
26 June 2025 at 01:09

Where Is Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei?

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26 June 2025 at 01:09

By: Farnaz Fassihi

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has not been seen publicly or heard from in nearly a week. That absence has surprised and unnerved everyone from political insiders to the general public.

Officials have said Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been sheltering at a bunker and refraining from electronic communication to prevent assassination attempts against him.

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Iran’s Attack on a U.S. Base in Qatar Is a Nightmare Come True for Gulf States
25 June 2025 at 13:46

Iran’s Attack on a U.S. Base in Qatar Is a Nightmare Come True for Gulf States

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25 June 2025 at 13:46

By: Vivian Nereim

The countries have long worried about being sucked into regional war as they juggle relations with Washington, their security guarantor, while seeking to improve ties with Tehran.

Iran fired missiles at an American military base in Doha, Qatar, on Monday, in response to U.S. strikes against Iranian nuclear sites.