Overview of Protests and Government Response in Iran

Anti-government protests in Iran have intensified over the past two weeks, resulting in hundreds of deaths amid a regime crackdown. The demonstrations, which began in Tehran on December 28, were ignited by economic issues and longstanding discontent with the leadership. President Donald Trump warned of potential “very strong options” for US intervention, while Iranian officials labeled the protesters as “vandals” as pro-government supporters held counter-demonstrations.

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