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Iran Iran is one of the largest and most influential countries in the Middle East. Until 1979, it was a monarchy. Since the revolution, Iran has been an "Islamic Republic." Demonstrations across Europe support Iran protests Aaron Tilton 1 hour ago1 hour ago As unrest grows in Iran, exiled Iranians and supporters have gathered across Europe in solidarity. Demonstrators demand the justice, political change and basic human rights long denied to people in Iran. https://www.dw.com/en/demonstrations-across-europe-support-iran-protests/video-75465386 © 2026 Deutsche Welle Demonstrators dig in as Iran protests near third week Irfan Aftab 01/10/2026January 10, 2026 Sparked by economic woes, nationwide protests have widened into broader discontent with theocratic rule in Iran. Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of the last monarch, has urged demonstrators to reclaim public spaces. https://www.dw.com/en/demonstrators-dig-in-as-iran-protests-near-third-week/video-75460377 © 2026 Deutsche Welle Iran: Exiled crown prince calls for protests to continue Dharvi Vaid | Richard Connor | Kieran Burke with AP, AFP, Reuters Published 01/10/2026Published January 10, 2026last updated 11 hours agolast updated 11 hours ago Reza Pahlavi, the son of the last shah of Iran, has called for more mass action over the weekend after nearly two weeks of street protests against the government and the dire economic situation. Follow DW. https://www.dw.com/en/iran-exiled-crown-prince-calls-for-protests-to-continue/live-75459222 © 2026 Deutsche Welle