January 8, 2026 Iran regime cuts nationwide internet access as protests claim 44 lives across major cities Iranian protests sparked by a currency collapse evolved into a broader uprising demanding regime overthrow, with demonstrators torching government buildings across provinces.
January 8, 2026 Iran regime said to unleash Hezbollah and Iraqi militias as uprising spreads Iran’s regime is accused of importing foreign militias to crush protests, as experts warn the move marks a dangerous escalation to suppress domestic unrest.
January 7, 2026 Exiled Iranian prince says regime ‘very close to collapsing' amid nationwide unrest Iran faces massive nationwide protests as the exiled crown prince, Reza Pahlavi, claims the regime is "crumbling." At least 36 reportedly killed, thousands detained.
January 7, 2026 Iranian protesters rename Tehran street after Trump, plead 'don't let them kill us' amid crackdown Iranian protesters appeal to President Donald Trump amid nationwide demonstrations against the regime, with reports of deadly crackdowns and arrests across cities.
January 7, 2026 Iranian military leader threatens preemptive attack after Trump comments Iran army chief threatens preemptive military action after President Donald Trump warned the U.S. is "locked and loaded" if the regime kills protesters.
January 6, 2026 Hundreds of tourists stranded on remote island as troops are pulled from conflict zone About 600 tourists reportedly stranded on Yemen's Socotra island after UAE troop withdrawal halts flights amid escalating Saudi-UAE political conflict.
January 6, 2026 Israel and Syria resume diplomatic dialogue after months of silence under US mediation Israel and Syria reportedly resume diplomatic talks with U.S. backing under Trump's Middle East peace vision, focusing on border security and regional stability.
January 5, 2026 Iran offers citizens $7 monthly payments as protests spiral over economic crisis: report Iran shifts from import subsidies to direct $7 monthly payments for citizens as the currency loses its value and protests intensify nationwide, according to reports.
January 5, 2026 Trump signs 'Make Iran Great Again' hat alongside Lindsey Graham President Donald Trump and Sen. Lindsey Graham were photographed with a signed "Make Iran Great Again" hat, as protests spread across Iran.
January 3, 2026 Israel shuts door on Turkey in Gaza as Trump praises Erdogan, plays down clash Israel is blocking any Turkish military role in Gaza as President Donald Trump praises Turkey's president and works to manage rising tensions over Gaza, Syria and other issues in region.