Iran Experiences Widespread Unrest Amid Economic Crisis

A Danish commentary published January 22, 2026, says Iran is experiencing widespread unrest driven by economic deterioration under President Massoud Pezeshkian, citing high inflation, fuel shortages and empty gas stations. The article recounts Iran’s 20th-century relations with Britain and the US, sanctions, and argues—without independent verification—that foreign powers and technologies such as Starlink may be exacerbating protests.