Protests erupted in Iran starting December 28, fueled by soaring inflation, rising food prices, and a depreciating rial. Demonstrations have spread from Tehran to major cities, with demands evolving to include calls for freedom and regime change. These agitations are the largest since the 2022 Mahsa Amini protests and challenge a government already strained by sanctions and recent conflict. Various segments of society, including shopkeepers, workers, and teachers, have joined the demonstrations.