Iran Protests: From 1979 Islamic Revolution to the current rial crisis, a look at Iran’s long history of street protests
Published on: Jan. 9, 2026, 8:59 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Iran has again cut internet and phone services as protests surge across the nation. Demonstrators are responding to calls for action, with markets closing in solidarity. This unrest echoes decades of similar movements driven by economic hardship and demands for freedom. Authorities have a history of responding with force and communication blackouts to quell dissent.
