New protests erupt in Iran as supreme leader signals upcoming crackdown Ayatollah Ali Khamenei calls protesters ‘vandals’ and ‘saboteurs’ and blames US for instigating the unrest The Guardian - UK · Jan 9
Who is Reza Pahlavi? Iran’s exiled prince linked to mass anti-Khamenei protests Reza Pahlavi has pledged to be a ‘steward of a national transition to democracy’ for Iran The Independent UK · Jan 9
Britain calls for transition in Iran to 'fair and democratic' government as protests grow in Tehran Demonstrators have taken to the streets of Iran’s capital and in other cities Evening Standard · Jan 9
Iran's Khamenei accuses protesters of pleasing Trump amid ongoing unrest Ayatollah Khamenei laid the blame on the US president for fomenting unrest as protests across Iran continued despite the internet blackout after exiled Crown Prince Pahlavi called for mass demonstrations demanding freedom. Euronews · Jan 9
U.S. watching for signs Iran's protests could bring down regime The streets filled with protesters and the internet went dark. Axios · Jan 9
Iran protests latest: Trump says US are ‘looking at some very strong options’ as death toll reportedly soars The US president will meet with senior officials to be briefed on his options to respond to anti-government protests in Iran The Independent UK · Jan 9
‘In isolation, we’ll never flourish’: What Iranians think about the protests and an end to the Islamic Republic In Tehran this week, young adults told the Guardian about collapsing living standards, the mass anti-government protests and their hopes for the future The Guardian - UK · Jan 9
Internet blackout in Iran as protests over economy intensify across the country Protesters chant “Death to the dictator!" and "Death to the Islamic Republic” as unrest spreads to more cities The Independent UK · Jan 8
Iran plunged into internet blackout as protests over economy spread nationwide Security forces reported to have killed at least 45 people since protests began 12 days ago, as protesters gather in Tehran The Guardian - UK · Jan 8
Iranian protests escalate as authorities cut internet and crackdown intensifies The Norway-based Iran Human Rights NGO says that 45 demonstrators have been killed by Iranian security forces since the protests began in late December. Euronews · Jan 8
'A big storm is coming' triggering major upheaval, Iranian analyst tells Euronews In March 2025, Ahmad Naghibzadeh told Euronews that much of what he foresaw for 2025 would come to pass. Now, he predicts a "big storm coming" Tehran's way. Euronews · Jan 8
‘They are killing us’: authorities use force against protesters in Kurdish regions of Iran People face teargas, pellet guns and violence as protests continue and opposition parties call for general strike The Guardian - UK · Jan 7
‘Neither Gaza nor Lebanon!’ Iranian unrest is about more than the economy − protesters reject the Islamic Republic’s whole rationale A familiar slogan has echoed through the streets of various Iranian cities in recent days: “Neither Gaza nor Lebanon, I sacrifice my life for Iran.” The Conversation · Jan 6
Death of Iranian activist who burned picture of supreme leader causes outcry Iran’s police say Omid Sarlak, 22, shot himself, but fellow activists suspect he may have been killed for his views The Guardian - UK · Nov 8, 2025
The Guardian - US · Sep 11, 2025 After years living quietly in Florida, Shah of Iran’s alleged ‘chief torturer’ must face accusations in court Parviz Sabeti crafted a low-profile life for his family – but now he faces a $225m lawsuit over atrocities committed in prisons in Tehran and elsewhere
Benzinga · Jul 26, 2025 Exiled Iranian Prince Reza Pahlavi Claims 50,000 Defectors Have Joined His Movement To Topple Tehran Regime According to a report, approximately 50,000 officials have reportedly joined a platform led by an opposition figure, aimed at overthrowing the Tehran regime.
Al Jazeera · Jul 3, 2025 After backing Israel, Iran’s self-styled crown prince loses support Critics argue Reza Pahlavi’s monarchical ambitions and ties to Israel undermine his claims of advocating for democracy.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 23, 2025 Trump and Netanyahu aim to remake the Middle East with bombs. Iran shows why that will always fail The US has rashly followed Israel into a war that will not end Iran’s nuclear programme or topple its government, says Sina Toossi of the Center for International Policy
The Independent UK · Jun 23, 2025 Israel strikes Iran’s Fordow nuclear site as Trump hints at regime change The White House also scrambled on Monday to say Donald Trump was “simply raising a question” about the future of Iran’s ruling regime in posts on social media
International Business Times · Jun 19, 2025 If Iran's Khamenei Falls, What Would Replace Him? Israel increasingly appears eager to oust the clerical leadership that has ruled Iran since the 1979 Islamic revolution but is taking a gamble given the Iranian opposition is divided and there is no guarantee new rulers would be any less hardline, analysts say.
The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2025 Ayatollah Khamenei is dead. Who is likely to succeed him? US president Donald Trump said the supreme leader was killed in a series of US-Israeli strikes on Saturday
The Conversation · Jun 18, 2025 Iran’s long history of revolution, defiance and outside interference – and why its future is so uncertain Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has gone beyond his initial aim of destroying Iran’s ability to produce nuclear weapons. He has called on the Iranian people to rise up against their dictatorial Islamic regime and ostensibly transform Iran along the lines of Israeli interests.
The Independent UK · Jun 14, 2025 Israel’s stated aim is the destruction of Iran’s nuclear weapons – but the real goal is regime change in Tehran ANALYSIS: Israel’s real aim in Iran is regime change – and that suits the West just fine, writes World Affairs Editor Sam Kiley
Top News · Feb 19, 2025 Iranian Crown Prince Calls For Global Action Against Regime Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi advocates for global action to defeat Iran's regime and reclaim the country's freedom and dignity.
Top News · Oct 6, 2024 Exiled Crown Prince Calls For Iranian Regime Change Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi advocates for regime change in Iran to address global issues and support the Iranian people.