Reports related to demonstrations and public protests
A tanker attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz was redirected and is now heading toward the Persian Gulf.
Former President Trump told PBS that Lebanon was excluded from the Iran ceasefire agreement "because of Hezbollah," referring to the situation in Lebanon as a "separate skirmish."
Prince Reza Pahlavi, in a message to the people of Iran, expressed appreciation for their patience during military attacks on the Islamic Republic but voiced discouragement over the ceasefire, urging the people to remain prepared for a decisive moment against the regime.
Iranian opposition leader Golroga Ghamari addressed supporters, commending their 100 days of sacrifice and resistance against the Islamic Republic regime, which she claims has been significantly weakened over the past 40 days through the elimination of key figures and destruction of military infrastructure.
White American user @andfogle criticized Iranian monarchists on social media, who are contemplating suicide due to hopelessness over a ceasefire announcement during the Iranian revolution.
In a video message to the Iranian nation, Prince Reza Pahlavi highlighted the Islamic Republic's weakened state due to recent developments and a two-week ceasefire, stating that the regime's survival is no longer possible and will be overthrown by the Iranian people. He expressed gratitude for ongoing protests and emphasized the need for continued patience and readiness among citizens for the "decisive moment."
Inside Iran, sources report that neither the opposition nor hardline supporters believe in the current ceasefire, with hardliners specifically expressing discontent towards Ghalibaf.
State-affiliated MehrNews reports that "the enemy" violated the ceasefire and targeted areas near Tehran today, with anti-aircraft (AA) activity heard in the city.
President of the Islamic regime in Iran Masoud Pezeshkian stated that one of Tehran’s conditions for ending the war is a ceasefire in Lebanon, according to Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB. He made the remark during a phone call with Shehbaz Sharif.
On January 20, 2026, in Tehran, Iran, Ali Khamenei stepped down as Supreme Leader, with his son Mojtaba Khamenei succeeding him. Other key positions remained unchanged, including Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf as Parliament Speaker.
According to Financial Times, Iran will impose a $1 per barrel fee on oil passing through the Strait of Hormuz and will accept payments solely in cryptocurrency during the ongoing ceasefire.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Iran has undergone a "very productive Regime Change" and announced that there will be no further enrichment of uranium in Iran.
