Streets are taken by people, how is Iranian government reacting to this.
U.S.-Iran escalation deepened on Jan. 9–10, 2026 as Iran told the UN the US (and Israel) fueled “violent” unrest, Trump warned Tehran over shootings, and an internet blackout obscured verification.
UN Iran protests drew fresh scrutiny on Jan. 12, 2026 as Guterres urged “maximum restraint” and restored communications, while Europe condemned killings and Iran widened its diplomatic counter-offensive amid a blackout.
A massive cyberattack has paralyzed Iran’s banking and fuel infrastructure, coinciding with IAEA warnings that nuclear breakout time has shrunk to theoretical days.
IRGC power shapes Iran at home and abroad. This explainer breaks down how the IRGC formed, how it is structured, and why the EU listed the IRGC as a terrorist organization on January 29, 2026.
Iran internet blackout measures have cut Iran off from the outside world as protests spread, limiting verification while Trump threatens retaliation and Tehran escalates blame through the UN.
Starlink in Iran moved back into the spotlight on Jan. 12, 2026 after Trump said he would talk to Elon Musk about restoring internet access during a four-day blackout amid deadly protests and rising U.S.–Iran threats.
Iran unrest deaths topped 500, according to HRANA, as Tehran tightens its crackdown and strike calls lift oil tail-risk fears. With Hormuz vital to global flows, markets are watching for any tangible supply disruption.
Oil prices edged up on Jan 12 as Iran unrest and strike calls lifted supply fears, while Venezuela’s export restart capped gains. Brent near $63, WTI near $59 as traders awaited tangible disruption.
