Khamenei's son's real estate empire exposes officials' corruption

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Khamenei's son's real estate empire exposes officials' corruption

While ordinary Iranians suffer under a suffocating economic crisis, the elites of the Islamic Republic regime in Tehran live like kings.

Islamic Republic protest death toll could top 30,000

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Islamic Republic protest death toll could top 30,000

Reports from health officials and rights groups allege Islamic Republic regime's crackdown may have killed tens of thousands, exposing an unprecedented scale of state violence.

Sanctions disrupt illicit oil fleet funding global instability

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Sanctions disrupt illicit oil fleet funding global instability

US sanctions target Islamic Republic's shadow fleet, exposing a covert network funneling oil revenue to terrorism and oppression instead of aiding its citizens.

US targets Islamic Republic regime figures over violent protest suppression

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US targets Islamic Republic regime figures over violent protest suppression

The imposition of new US sanctions targeting Islamic Republic officials for their crackdown on protesters has recently coincided with weeks of widespread demonstrations in Iran.

Islamic Republic regime accused of moving wealth abroad as protest crackdown intensifies

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Islamic Republic regime accused of moving wealth abroad as protest crackdown intensifies

As the Islamic Republic regime are accused of moving millions abroad, security forces intensify a brutal crackdown on protesters demanding accountability and economic relief.

Plunging currency, economic turmoil fuel calls for change in Iran

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Plunging currency, economic turmoil fuel calls for change in Iran

Amid historic currency collapse, soaring inflation, and renewed geopolitical tensions, Iranians are demanding urgent economic reforms and government accountability.

Iran faces unrest as economic collapse deepens, proxy spending continues

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Iran faces unrest as economic collapse deepens, proxy spending continues

Amid soaring inflation, a collapsing Rial, and widespread protests, the Iranian regime promises reforms at home while quietly funding regional proxies, fueling public frustration.

From 1979 to 2026: How Iranian merchants shape politics, public sentiment

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From 1979 to 2026: How Iranian merchants shape politics, public sentiment

From the bazaars that fueled the 1979 revolution to today’s protests, Iranian merchants and social media are again shaping public approval and resistance.

Iran’s regime prioritizes proxy ambitions as citizens struggle, protest

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Iran’s regime prioritizes proxy ambitions as citizens struggle, protest

Widespread protests in Iran reveal public frustration as the government spends billions abroad while citizens struggle with inflation, unemployment, and basic necessities.

Tabriz-Baku flight resumption sparks hopes for economic growth and revival

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Tabriz-Baku flight resumption sparks hopes for economic growth and revival

Direct air service between the Iranian and Azerbaijani cities signals renewed regional cooperation and pathway for economic opportunity.