Editorial

17:26 JST, January 12, 2026

Protests triggered by high prices have been spreading across Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested he may intervene, further deepening the turmoil.

It is concerning that tensions surrounding a major power in the Middle East are escalating further, threatening regional stability.

Protests that started mainly among merchants in Tehran’s commercial district late last year rapidly spread across the country. Some protesters turned violent, and at least 50 people have died, with some shot by security forces.

Iran’s rial currency continues to plummet due to sanctions imposed by the United States and others. The prices of rice and eggs, among other goods, are also soaring, putting a strain on........

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