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Domestic anti-government protests

New Anti-Government Protests Erupt in Iran

Analysis based on 43 articles · First reported Feb 14, 2026 · Last updated Feb 23, 2026

Sentiment
-20
Attention
2
Articles
43
Market Impact
Direct
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Market Impact

The renewed anti-government protests in Iran signal ongoing political instability, which could lead to increased uncertainty for investors and potentially impact oil markets due to Iran's role as a major producer. The unrest may also deter foreign investment and affect the country's economic outlook.

Government Social unrest
Event Summary

New anti-government protests have erupted in Iran, primarily involving university students in Iran===Tehran and Iran===Mashhad. These demonstrations began around memorials for thousands of individuals killed during a crackdown on previous nationwide protests approximately six weeks ago. Iran's state news agency confirmed student protests at five universities in Iran===Tehran and one in Iran===Mashhad on Sunday, following 40-day memorials for those who died in January's anti-government rallies. The resurgence of protests indicates continued internal dissent and challenges to the current government.

Key Actions
100 Iran experienced renewed anti-government protests
90 Iran deployed security forces against protesters
80 Iran arrested journalists, lawyers, activists, human rights advocates and students
70 Iran cut internet access
70 Iran===Tehran saw university students demonstrate
60 Donald Trump threatened military attack Iran
50 Iran===Mashhad saw university students demonstrate
Entities Involved
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Iran
Iran is experiencing renewed anti-government protests, particularly among university students, following memorials for those killed in previous crackdowns. This ongoing unrest indicates internal instability.
Importance 100 Sentiment -20
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Ali Khamenei
Ali Khamenei is the Supreme Leader of Iran and the target of protester chants like 'Death to the dictator'. His clerical establishment is facing the gravest threat in nearly five decades, with security forces deployed to suppress dissent.
Importance 90 Sentiment -80
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Reza Pahlavi
Reza Pahlavi, son of the ousted Shah, is a key figure in the opposition movement, urging domestic actions and addressing large rallies abroad. He has expressed readiness to lead a transition in Iran, significantly boosting monarchist sentiment.
Importance 85 Sentiment 60
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Iran===Tehran
Iran===Tehran, the capital of Iran, is a focal point for the new anti-government protests, with students demonstrating at five universities within the city.
Importance 70 Sentiment -10
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Iran===Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
The Iran===Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is referred to as the authorities' ideological army and is a target of protester chants. It has been accused of orchestrating arson attacks and is being considered for designation as a terrorist organization by New Zealand.
Importance 70 Sentiment -80
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Donald Trump
Donald Trump, as the U.S. President, has threatened military action against Iran over its nuclear and security policies, deploying significant military assets to the Middle East. This stance adds to the pressure on Iran's leadership and is a factor in their concern over domestic unrest.
Importance 60 Sentiment -20
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Iran===Mashhad
Iran===Mashhad is another city in Iran where university students have joined the anti-government protests, indicating the spread of unrest beyond the capital.
Importance 50 Sentiment -10
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Relationships
Ali Khamenei related ↔ Iran
Donald Trump related ↔ United States
Reza Pahlavi related ↔ Iran
Iran related ↔ Iran===Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
Farahnaz Pahlavi related ↔ Reza Pahlavi
Ali Khamenei related ↔ Reza Pahlavi
Ali Khamenei related ↔ Iran===Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
Reza Pahlavi related ↔ Iran===Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
Anita Anand related ↔ Canada
Canada related ↔ Canada===Global Affairs Canada
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