Iran Internet blackout: Thousands of people took to the streets in the Iranian capital, protests have turned violent, and specter of a coup looms. Internet and telephone services were disrupted in Iran following the escalating protests. The protests in Iran came after the country’s exiled crown prince, Reza Pahlavi, called for widespread demonstrations. Meanwhile, US Vice President JD Vance reiterated support for the Iranian protesters, stating that the United States stands with those who are peacefully protesting and attempting to exercise their rights to assemble freely.
Iran Internet Blackout
Protests in Iran have intensified and spread to almost the entire country. Demonstrations are taking place in 50 Iranian cities, with large crowds filling the streets. Amidst these protests, 45 people have reportedly died and approximately 2,200 have been detained. Meanwhile, President Trump has expressed support for the protesters and warned Iran that it will pay a heavy price if more protesters are killed.
JD Vance on Iran Protest
JD Vance said, “We certainly stand with anyone who is peacefully protesting, with all the people who are trying to exercise their rights to freely assemble and to make their voices heard. The Iranian regime has many problems, and the wisest course of action for them, which was true two months ago and is true today, would be for them to engage in real negotiations with the United States regarding their nuclear program.
The President will speak to what we will do in the future, but we certainly stand with anyone around the world, including the Iranian people, who are advocating for their rights.”
Iran Protest Live
This incident comes at a time when protests continue in Iran against rising prices and economic hardship. People have taken to the streets in several provinces, and some demonstrations have escalated into violent clashes with security forces. Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi on Friday condemned the Iranian government’s attempts to shut down all means of communication, including the internet and satellite signals, during the recent protests in Iran. He called on all European leaders to support the Iranian people and hold the regime accountable.
