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2026 Iran protests Protests sparked by Iran's ailing economy are growing across the country, with demonstrators calling for a change of government and "death to the dictator." Iran protests persist amid Internet blackout, mass arrests Gasia Ohanes | Matthew Mannion 15 hours ago15 hours ago According to activists, the death toll from nationwide protests in Iran surpassed 2,000 people on Tuesday. Human rights experts have condemned the regime in Tehran for using "lethal force" against demonstrators. https://www.dw.com/en/iran-protests-persist-amid-internet-blackout-mass-arrests/video-75496877 © 2026 Deutsche Welle Iran at geopolitical crossroads as protests pressure regime Shabnam von Hein 20 hours ago20 hours ago The Islamic Republic is a key player in the Middle East, with close ties to Russia and China. As the regime in Tehran comes under fire, DW looks at Iran's place on the global stage. https://www.dw.com/en/iran-at-geopolitical-crossroads-as-protests-pressure-regime/a-75492953 © 2026 Deutsche Welle Will Trump risk a clash with China over Iran tariff? Nik Martin 22 hours ago22 hours ago Donald Trump's sudden 25% tariff on nations trading with Iran puts Beijing squarely in the spotlight. China knows how to evade sanctions and has the muscle to retaliate. DW explores what this showdown could mean. https://www.dw.com/en/iran-protests-trump-tariffs-china-trade-sanctions-oil/a-75483264 © 2026 Deutsche Welle