People are protesting in Iran for more than a week. The protests are becoming stronger and more dangerous. Sadly, some people have died. What started as anger about the bad economy has become a challenge to the country's leaders. The protests began in late 2025. Security forces have responded strongly. This has made things worse and worried other countries.
At first, people were unhappy because the economy was very bad. The money was worth less, and many people had problems. However, the protests changed. Now, people are speaking out against the top leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Some people also support the son of the former king. This shows that people are not just angry about money. They are also unhappy with the government. Human rights groups say police used real bullets and tear gas. They also blocked the internet. This was probably to stop people from talking to each other and to hide what was happening.
Many people have been hurt or killed. A news agency reported that at least 495 protesters and 48 security people have died. There are reports of many body bags. Some people think officials are burying bodies secretly. This is to hide how many people have died. The news agency also said that 10,600 people have been arrested. This shows the government is trying to stop people from disagreeing.
The United States is thinking about what to do. Leaders are talking about possible actions. They might share more information online against the government. They might also use cyber attacks or put more sanctions on Iran. In a very serious situation, they might even consider military action.
Iran has warned the United States. The Iranian Parliament Speaker said that if the US attacks, Israel and American military places in the area will be targets. This shows that the situation is becoming more dangerous. The protests inside Iran are now a bigger international problem.
Some countries are telling their citizens to be careful. For example, Cyprus told its people not to travel to Iran. Experts are watching closely. They are trying to understand the problems with the economy, people's anger, and the region. Iran's leaders have said that people who cause trouble could face the death penalty. The future of Iran is not clear. The protests and the danger of more fighting are worrying for Iran and the Middle East.