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Iran Protests Surge Amid Threats of Government Crackdown

1/10/2026

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Protests have erupted across Iran, prompting threats of increased crackdowns by the supreme leader.
Erika Solomon, bureau chief for Iran and Iraq, and Katrin Bennhold, senior writer, will explore the factors driving the unrest.
The analysis aims to shed light on the motivations behind the demonstrations and the government's response.

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Story summary

Protests have erupted across Iran, prompting threats of increased crackdowns by the supreme leader.
Erika Solomon, bureau chief for Iran and Iraq, and Katrin Bennhold, senior writer, will explore the factors driving the unrest.
The analysis aims to shed light on the motivations behind the demonstrations and the government's response.