Iran Agrees to Halt Violence Amidst U.S. Pressure Over Protests

January 14, 2026 11:42 pm

1. The Spark and Escalation of protests

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Iran Protests and International Response

Ongoing protests in iran, sparked by‌ the ‌death ⁤of Mahsa Amini in September 2022, continue to ⁢challenge the Islamic republic’s authority. These demonstrations, initially⁢ focused on women’s rights⁢ and mandatory hijab laws, have broadened into widespread calls for regime change. The Iranian government has responded with a violent⁢ crackdown,leading to⁢ international condemnation and sanctions. ‍As of January 14, 2026, the situation remains volatile, with protests ‍continuing both within Iran and among the diaspora communities worldwide.

The Spark and Escalation of protests

The protests began on September 16, 2022, following the ⁣death⁢ of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old Kurdish woman, while in⁤ the custody of Iran’s morality police. Amini was

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