The Latest Breaking News from Masoud Pezeshkian

Iran to try risky economic concessions as it attempts to quell protesters’ anger

President wants to placate demonstrators calling for political change, action on corruption and help with cost of living

The Guardian - UK · Jan 5

Tehran's method of governance has reached a dead end, former top adviser tells Euronews

Saeed Laylaz, an economist and adviser to former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami, spoke to Euronews about Iran, from the country's economic situation to the downfall of Nicolás Maduro, one of Tehran's most important allies, and how domestic and external circumstances affect Iran.

Euronews · Jan 5

Why is Masoud Pezeshkian (most likely to be) Iran's next president?

Seen as a reformist by many, Pezeshkian must be free to fulfil his promises without interference, especially from the IRGC and other radical hardliners inside and outside the parliament, Euronews' Babak Kamiar writes.

Euronews · Jan 4

At least seven killed and buildings damaged as violent protests spread in Iran sparked by ailing economy

The fatalities, two on Wednesday and five on Thursday, occurred in four cities, largely home to Iran's Lur ethnic group

The Independent UK · Jan 2

At least six killed as protests against Iran's worsening economy spread beyond cities

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian says there is not much he can do as the currency has rapidly depreciated, with $1 now trading at around 1.4 million rials.

Euronews · Jan 1

Iran faces widest unrest since 2022: What we know so far

Protests in Iran erupted due to persistent hyperinflation, leading to shop closures and clashes with security forces. Students and multiple cities joined, demanding economic stability.

Euronews · Jan 1

Volunteer in Iran's Revolutionary Guard reportedly killed during widening protests

Authorities in Iran say a volunteer member of the Revolutionary Guard has been killed during protests over the country's struggling economy

The Independent UK · Jan 1

Iran appoints new central bank governor after mass protests as currency hits record low

Iran has appointed a new central bank governor after the former one resigned following a record currency drop against the U.S. dollar

The Independent UK · Dec 31, 2025

Empty tables, sanctions-battered currency: Why Iran’s protests are different this time

Sanctions, inflation and currency collapse have pushed daily survival to the centre of public anger following the conflict with Israel last June.

Euronews · Dec 31, 2025

Trump Says He Doesn't Want to 'Waste a Lot of Fuel' on Iran If Tehran Resumes Its Nuclear Programme

Donald Trump suggested that he could order a military strike against Iran if it resumes its nuclear and weapons programmes following a June strike on their facilities.

International Business Times UK · Dec 31, 2025