Reports related to demonstrations and public protests
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a temporary ceasefire in Lebanon at the request of U.S. President Trump, stating that plans to address remaining rocket and drone threats are in place but would not be elaborated upon.
An informed source tells Iran Fars News that the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is contingent on specific conditions and a ceasefire in Lebanon. The source warns that if the U.S. maritime blockade persists, it will be deemed a ceasefire violation, leading to the strait being closed again.
President Trump stated that Iran has agreed to cease all uranium enrichment and to maintain the Strait of Hormuz open indefinitely.
British Prime Minister announced on January 15, 2026, that the UK welcomes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and is forming a defensive mission to operate after a ceasefire is established.
The Islamic regime of Iran has organized propaganda victory rallies in city centers across the country, involving IRGC and Basij forces, to intimidate and suppress anti-regime protests. This development follows military operations against the regime, which have strengthened the IRGC's power at the expense of Iran’s regular armed forces.
On Friday, former US President Donald Trump reiterated on TruthSocial that an agreement with Iran regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is unrelated to Lebanon, emphasizing that the US will separately support Lebanon and manage the Hezbollah issue appropriately. Prior to this, Trump had also stated in a post about enriched uranium from Iran that the agreement does not relate to Lebanon.
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, speaking on behalf of Germany's Chancellor Christopher Merz, stated that Iran must unconditionally reopen the Strait of Hormuz to ensure freedom of navigation.
President Donald Trump stated that Iran has agreed not to close the Strait of Hormuz again, asserting that the strategic waterway will no longer be used as a weapon against the world.
Iran has declared that no military vessels will be permitted to cross the Strait of Hormuz, and any vessel transit must be coordinated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
According to a tweet from @realDonaldTrump, Iran is receiving assistance from the United States to remove sea mines from the Strait of Hormuz.
The Iranian regime continues its conflict with the Iranian people, with no ceasefire declared, according to Goldie Ghamari.
During the 2025-2026 Iranian revolution, images circulating show the contrast between Tehran's streets and a hospital floor, highlighting ongoing violence despite declared ceasefires. The Revolutionary Guard continues to clash with protesters, leading to civilian casualties and injuries requiring hospitalization.
