ABP Live Deep Dive: Fresh protests have erupted across Iran since December 30, 2025, with thousands of students and young people taking to the streets against the current regime, primarily over soaring inflation and economic distress. The demonstrations began in Tehran, where traders were the first to voice anger as the Iranian rial slipped to its lowest-ever level against the US dollar, sharply driving up prices. With inflation hitting daily livelihoods, public resentment quickly spilled onto the streets.
Gen Z Protests, Trump Warns Tehran
Gradually, Iran’s Gen Z joined the movement, turning it into a broader student-led protest. The unrest has now spread beyond Tehran to cities including Shiraz, Hamedan, and Isfahan. In several areas, protesters clashed with police forces, who used limited force to disperse crowds. According to local media reports, at least five people have been killed in violent confrontations so far.
Reacting to the protests, US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran’s leadership. Posting on Truth Social, Trump said that if Iran opens fire on peaceful protesters or kills them, the United States is prepared to support the demonstrators, a statement seen as a direct challenge to Iran’s Supreme Leader.
Tehran Signals Talks, Tensions Persist
Following Trump’s remarks, attention has now turned to how countries like China and Russia may respond. As of now, India has not issued any official statement on the situation.