Triggered by soaring prices, inflation, and a plunging currency, Iranians have taken to the streets in what is the biggest threat to the Islamic regime in years. Journalists from RFE/RL’s Iranian service, Radio Farda, bring you the latest developments, analysis, and reporting from on the ground.
Key Takeaways:
- Reuters is reporting that certain staff at the US military base in Qatar have been advised to leave.
- The independent US-based rights monitor HRANA said its verified death toll of protesters killed has risen to over 2,400.
- US President Donald Trump says the United States will "take very serious action" if Iran begins executing protesters.
- There are reports that Steve Witkoff, Trump’s special envoy, "secretly" met with Reza Pahlavi, the former crown prince of Iran who has become an opposition figure.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has said his country is ready for both negotiations and war with the United States.