The nationwide uprising against the religious dictatorship in Iran has entered its twelfth day on Thursday, January 8, 2026. Sparked on December 28, 2025, by the collapse of the rial and soaring inflation, the movement has rapidly evolved from economic grievances into a full-scale revolution seeking the overthrow of the regime.

Following a historic eleventh day, the uprising has shown no signs of abating. On Thursday, the scope of dissent broadened significantly with general strikes gripping major commercial centers across the country, while the regime’s brutality reached new heights in western Iran.

On Thursday, January 8, 2026, the uprising faced a violent turning point. As night fell, the regime resorted to a nationwide internet blackout to hide its crimes, while protesters escalated their resistance by targeting symbols of oppression.

Key highlights from today include:

Nationwide Internet Blackout as Regime Loses Control; State Broadcaster HQ Torched in Isfahan

As the uprising intensifies on its twelfth night, the regime has resorted to a total digital blockade. NetBlocks reports confirmed that Iran is now in the midst of a nationwide internet blackout, with specific loss of connectivity on the TCI backbone in the restive city of Kermanshah. This measure comes amid rising casualties and indicates the regime’s panic over the spreading protests.

Despite the blackout and lethal crackdowns, the fearless youth of Iran have escalated their defensive measures. In Isfahan, protesters set fire to the headquarters of the state broadcaster, a primary apparatus of the regime’s propaganda machine. Additionally, a Basij base in the city was set ablaze after it dispatched forces to quell demonstrations.

Maryam Rajavi, President-elect of the NCRI, hailed the martyrs of the uprising, stating: “The deepest respect of the risen people of Iran goes to the eight vanguard protesters who were killed last night… Their sacrifice will only strengthen the nation’s resolve for change.”

Tehran: Capital in flames as youth target Basij bases and vehicles

Nightly protests have engulfed the capital, spreading to neighborhoods across the city including Sadeghiyeh, Haft Howz, Pirouzi, and Ferdows Boulevard.

The youth of Tehran........

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