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US State Department says Iran’s fear exposed on day 13 of protests

Jan 10, 2026, 10:08 GMT+0

The Persian-language account of the United States Department of State wrote on X that on the 13th day of protests, the biggest fear of the Islamic Republic has become fully clear: Iranians are united and demanding change.

In a separate post, the account said the authorities’ response has been to cut internet access, use violence against the public and blame “foreign agitators” for the unrest. The reality is now evident, it added, saying the Islamic Republic has fallen into serious trouble.

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Iranians in New Zealand tear Islamic Republic flag, chant royalist slogan

Jan 10, 2026, 09:51 GMT+0

Iranians living in Auckland, New Zealand, gathered in the streets on Saturday to show anger at the Islamic Republic and express solidarity with protesters inside Iran.

Participants raised the Lion and Sun flag, chanting “Long live the King,” and tearing the flag of the Islamic Republic during the rally.

Iranians in Tokyo rally chanting 'Long live the King'

Jan 10, 2026, 09:45 GMT+0

Iranians living in Tokyo holding a street rally on Friday night, according to a video sent to Iran International.

Participants are seen chanting “Long live the King” during the gathering in Japan.

Night protest in Amol chants 'death to the dictator'

Jan 10, 2026, 09:43 GMT+0

Videos received by Iran International show a large crowd of people in Amol chanting “death to the dictator” during nighttime protests.

The footage shows residents filling streets across the city on Friday night.

Shiraz shopkeepers remain on strike

Jan 10, 2026, 09:39 GMT+0

A video sent by a citizen to Iran International on Saturday shows shopkeepers in Shiraz remaining on strike.

The footage shows many shops closed across the city, indicating that the strike by local businesses is continuing despite pressure and disruptions.

Videos show Friday night protests in Tehran

Jan 10, 2026, 09:29 GMT+0

Videos received by Iran International show street protests across several parts of Tehran on Friday night.

Footage shows people chanting “Long live the King” in Heravi Square. In another video from Keshavarz Boulevard, demonstrators are heard chanting “This year is the year of blood, Seyyed Ali [ Khamenei] will be overthrown.” Separate footage from the Dolat neighborhood shows residents chanting “Freedom” in the streets.