Iran Protest News: 'I Have Not Seen Protests On This Scale Since 1979'

This special report examines the escalating civil unrest in Iran, where anti-regime protests have spread to major cities including Tehran, Mashhad, and Tabriz. Middle Eastern scholar Adrian Calamel provides expert analysis on the historic scale of the movement, stating, 'I don't like to say history repeats itself, but it definitely, it rhymes.' The violence has reportedly claimed at least 45 lives as protesters clash with security forces and target Basij headquarters. US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to the Iranian leadership, stating the United States would take severe action if authorities continue killing demonstrators. The transcript highlights the role of exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi in mobilizing citizens and the significant economic grievances driving the dissent. With CENTCOM closely monitoring the situation and reports of internet blackouts, the programme explores whether these events signal a potential regime change or a repeat of the 1979 revolution's intensity as the regime appears increasingly unstable.