From Los Angeles to London: Worldwide Protests in Solidarity With Iranians
Thousands have died in Iran's crackdown on protests that began over economic instability and evolved into calls for regime change amid an ongoing internet blackout.
- On Jan. 10, 2026, Iranian diaspora demonstrators held a 'Free Iran Rally' at Lafayette Square, Washington, D.C., as large marches occurred in Los Angeles and Paris.
- Protests inside Iran began over economic grievances and widened into a nationwide uprising against the Islamic Republic of Iran, while families inside Iran faced a near-total internet blackout for 72 hours.
- On Jan. 11, 2026, a Los Angeles demonstration turned dangerous when a U-Haul truck struck protesters, injuring at least one man; the Los Angeles Police Department detained the driver, who was later released from hospital.
- Western leaders issued a joint statement expressing deep concern and condemning reported killings of protesters, while Metropolitan Police made two arrests linked to the Iranian embassy in London incident.
- This coming week, Protests For Iran has advertised demonstrations for Jan. 17 at Lafayette Square while Tehran leadership says it is 'prepared for war' but open to talks if no intervention occurs.
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