Protests spread across Iran for third day after currency hits record low

Protests in Iran are escalating as citizens react to inflation and a record low rial against the US dollar. Initially sparked by shopkeepers in Tehran's Grand Bazaar, the unrest has spread to multiple cities, including Karaj and Isfahan. The government acknowledges the protests, with President Masoud Pezeshkian stating he will engage with protest leaders to address their concerns.

Videos show police using tear gas to disperse demonstrators, many of whom chant anti-government slogans. In exile, Reza Pahlavi shows support, stating, "Victory is ours because our cause is just." The U.S. supports the demonstrators, saying they "stand with those seeking dignity."