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Iran to execute protester days after arrest as Tehran speeds up trials

Erfan Soltani, 26, was detained at his home in Fardis on 8 January. Four days later, authorities notified his family a death sentence had been issued and confirmed.

Iran

Up to 15,000 feared dead as Iran regime hunts Starlink, activist says

Euronews spoke to Ilia Hashemi, a popular online activist whose Telegram channel is a source of reliable news from within Iran, who has been among the few during the ongoing protests to cover and relay the scant information coming out of Iran despite a regime-imposed internet outage.

Iran

Can a leaderless revolution succeed? Examples from other countries

Leaderless revolutions are, at times, a reaction to historical distrust of charismatic leaders who, after victory, themselves become the source of absolutist and oppressive power.

Culture news

Iranian director Jafar Panahi reveals fears of 'massacre' in Tehran

Jafar Panahi, a renowned Iranian film-maker, is urging the international community to help Iranian people because he says the Islamic Republic has lost its legitimacy and will stop at nothing to survive.

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France

Hundreds of tractors rumble through Paris in EU-Mercosur deal protest

The demonstrations in the French capital came days before the final signing of the agreement, scheduled for Saturday in Paraguay, which would create a free trade area between the EU and Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay.

Culture news

Billie Eilish: ICE is a ‘terrorist group’ - Homeland Security responds

The pop star is one of several musicians speaking out against ICE after an agent fatally shot a 37-year-old woman last week. Eilish shared posts condemning the organization – and now, the Department of Homeland Security has responded.

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'Be Good': Celebrities protest ICE at the Golden Globes ceremony

The protests follow last week's fatal shooting of Renee Good by a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer.

Iran

Iran threatens US and Israel of retaliation amid protest crackdown

Washington and Tel Aviv reportedly discussed the possibility of US intervention in Iran, as Tehran warns for retaliation. Meanwhile, Iran's nationwide internet blackout crosses the 60 hour mark, as the death toll rises to 116 people.

USA

Several arrested during anti-ICE protest as public scrutiny grows

The protest comes amid wider rallies against US immigration enforcement and over the fatal shooting of the 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good.

Iran

Beyond 'food riots': Iran's protesters and the path to compromise

Contrary to the headlines in many media outlets calling Iran's protests merely "food riots," what is going on in the country is actually a deeper, more structured and complex movement.

Iran

Iranian analyst: 'A big storm is coming' triggering major upheaval

In March 2025, Ahmad Naghibzadeh told Euronews that much of what he foresaw for 2025 would come to pass. Now, he predicts a "big storm coming" Tehran's way.

France

Farmers storm Paris with tractors to oppose EU-Mercosur deal

French farmers drove about 100 tractors into the French capital, protesting Brussels' trade deal with five South American nations. The protesters bypassed police barriers to reach landmarks like the Eiffel Tower.

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French farmers protest EU Mercosur deal with tractors in Paris

French capital woke to the sound of tractors on Thursday as farmers drove into Paris to protest a proposed EU Mercosur trade deal.

Iran

Tehran's method of governance at dead end, ex-top aide tells Euronews

Saeed Laylaz, an economist and adviser to former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami, spoke to Euronews about Iran, from the country's economic situation to the downfall of Nicolás Maduro, one of Tehran's most important allies, and how domestic and external circumstances affect Iran.

Iran

Iran faces widest unrest since 2022: What we know so far

Protests in Iran erupted due to persistent hyperinflation, leading to shop closures and clashes with security forces. Students and multiple cities joined, demanding economic stability.

Belgium

Farmers block roads in Brussels to protest EU-Mercosur free-trade deal

Proponents argue the agreement would provide an alternative to Beijing's export controls and Washington's tariff policies. Critics warn it would weaken environmental regulations and damage the EU's agricultural sector.

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Sally Rooney says new UK books unlikely due to Palestine Action ban

Sally Rooney highlighted that it may become much more difficult for her to release new work, as well as continue selling existing books, in the UK, due to her continued support of the banned Palestine Action group.

Tech News

'Make Amazon Pay': Global protests planned on Black Friday

The Make Amazon Pay campaign, now in its sixth year, is targeting Amazon’s labour practices, political influence, and environmental impact.

Mexico

Gen-Z protests in Mexico turn violent, leaving over 120 injured

A protest by Mexico's Gen-Zers turned violent at the National Palace, injuring 20 civilians and over 100 police officers. The march was sparked by the murder of Uruapan Mayor Carlos Manzo.

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Rubber tappers in Belem demand end to deforestation at COP30

Hundreds of rubber tappers marched through Belem, Brazil, during the U.N. climate talks, demanding an end to deforestation and more support for forest protection.