Anti-regime protests
Coverage of Anti-regime protests in the Nexus archive.
- Months after the regime crackdown, Iranians search for missing protesters
Months after a deadly crackdown on anti-regime protests in December 2025-January 2026, Iranians continue to search for missing loved ones amid intensified repression linked to the US-Israel war on Iran. Families persist in seeking justice despite widespread detentions and disappearances into prisons and juvenile correction centers.
- Iranians back online after monthslong shutdown, but still face heavy restrictions
Iranians have regained online access after a months-long internet shutdown, with connectivity at 86% of pre-cutoff levels. The shutdown began during nationwide anti-regime protests in January, and restrictions remain in place despite the partial restoration.
- Trump pleads for Iran to release eight female prisoners - including first woman sentenced to be hanged for anti-regime protests
U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Iran to release eight female prisoners, including the first woman sentenced to be hanged for her role in anti-regime protests. The plea highlights concerns over Iran's treatment of political dissidents and potential human rights violations.
- Trump pleads for Iran to release eight female prisoners - including first woman sentenced to be hanged for anti-regime protests
Donald Trump has urged Iran to release eight female prisoners, including a woman who is the first to be sentenced to death for participating in anti-regime protests. The plea highlights concerns over human rights and the death penalty in Iran.