Iran Protests: Internet Blackout Amidst Third Week of Demonstrations
- Protests in Iran are continuing for a third week,spreading across the country as the government blames foreign powers for the unrest and threatens retaliation against the United States...
- The protests began in late December 2022 with shopkeepers and traders in
- Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi has accused foreign powers of instigating the protests and warned of consequences should the U.S.
Iran Protests Enter Third Week Amid Government Crackdown
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Protests in Iran are continuing for a third week,spreading across the country as the government blames foreign powers for the unrest and threatens retaliation against the United States for military intervention.
Origins of the Protests
The protests began in late December 2022 with shopkeepers and traders in Tehran‘s Grand Bazaar, initially focusing on economic grievances.
Government Response and Allegations
Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi has accused foreign powers of instigating the protests and warned of consequences should the U.S. intervene militarily. The government has also initiated a crackdown on demonstrations, restricting internet access too limit information flow and control the narrative.
Scale and Nature of Demonstrations
The demonstrations have spread nationwide, encompassing cities and towns across Iran. while international journalists are currently barred from entering the country, verified images shared by citizens reveal widespread public anger. Protesters can be heard chanting slogans against the government in non-English languages, as documented in available recordings.