Demonstrations that began as outrage at the state of the economy have spread to cities across the country, amid an escalating crackdown by the authorities.

Iran has faced intense nationwide protests for two weeks, marking the largest challenge to the country's ruling regime in years — and drawing vows from President Trump to intervene on the protesters' behalf if they face a violent crackdown.

Israel is closely monitoring the fallout from widespread Iranian protests. An Israeli official said Sunday that U.S.

Despite an internet blackout, reports are emerging of a rise in deadly violence as protests spurred by economic woes have snowballed into a mass movement.

Republican Sen. Rand Paul warned about the unintended consequences of U.S. military intervention in Iran on Sunday.

Hundreds of people are believed to have been killed or injured by the security forces, with more than 70 bodies brought to one hospital.

President Trump has repeatedly threatened to intervene if Iran's leaders, facing their biggest anti-government protests since 2022, use force against demonstrators.

Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi appeals to Trump for support as nationwide protests rock Iran, praising president's backing of demonstrators.