Protests Spiral Out Of Control In Iran, Nationwide Internet Blackout Imposed

Iran is facing a severe internal crisis as nationwide protests have spiraled out of control due to worsening economic conditions. Rising inflation, currency devaluation, and unemployment have pushed millions of people onto the streets across the country.

Internet monitoring group NetBlocks has confirmed that a complete nationwide internet blackout has been imposed since Thursday evening, a move widely seen as the government’s attempt to curb the growing protests.

Reports from Tehran indicate that large crowds blocked major roads, chanted slogans against the political leadership, and clashed with security forces. Similar scenes were reported from other major cities, including Tabriz, Isfahan, Mashhad, and Kerman.

The protests, which began in late December over the sharp fall of the Iranian rial and skyrocketing prices of essential goods, have now evolved into a broader political movement. Markets remain closed in several areas as traders continue strikes in solidarity with protesters.

According to human rights organizations, at least 45 people have been killed, including children, while thousands have been arrested. Demonstrations have now spread to all 31 provinces, signaling one of the most serious challenges to the Iranian government in recent years.