Demonstrations sparked by hyperinflation over 40% and a 50% rial plunge since late December have spread to over 100 sites across 22 Iranian provinces, evolving into calls to end the Islamic Republic. Rights groups report 36 protester deaths and over 2,000 arrests, with clashes in cities like Mashhad and Shiraz. Reza Pahlavi, son of the last shah, rallies support through videos and an op-ed, calling for a democratic referendum and appealing to armed forces to defect via his platform. He praised massive turnout and mobilized coordinated action for Thursday evening, citing Starlink and opposition channels amid internet fears.
The bravery of these people is astounding. They're light in what lately has felt like a very dark world. https://t.co/el4aTsMo8d
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) January 8, 2026
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