Overview
- Demonstrations that began on December 28 over hyperinflation have spread to dozens of cities with political demands, and officials count at least 12 dead including security personnel.
- Saturday night rallies in Tehran were described as limited, with security forces deployed at key junctions and tear gas used to disperse small groups, and Fars reported a decline in size and reach.
- In Malekshahi, state media reported one security officer killed and two assailants shot at a police station, while Hengaw and Iran Human Rights said Revolutionary Guard fire killed four Kurds and injured many.
- The government unveiled monthly payments of 10 million rials—about six euros—per person for four months, presented as relief for households facing steep living costs.
- President Donald Trump warned Iran would be hit very hard if protesters are killed, the judiciary chief ordered prosecutors to show zero leniency toward rioters, Tehran accused Israel of trying to undermine national unity, and solidarity rallies were held in Paris.