Apple News Today Thousands feared dead as protests engulf Iran
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Jan 14, 2026 Protests in Iran are escalating, leading to a rising death toll and attempts to restore internet access. President Trump's response hints at potential U.S. action amidst the turmoil. Meanwhile, negotiations involving Greenland and Denmark are underway, with both sides defining their interests. The conversation also turns to local backlash against power-hungry AI data centers, highlighting community resistance. Finally, the podcast touches on resignations of federal prosecutors and the Clintons' involvement in high-profile inquiries.
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Scale Of Iran Crackdown Remains Obscured
- Iran's crackdown on nationwide protests has produced extremely high casualty reports amid internet blackouts and restricted reporting.
- Journalists note localized Starlink access helps few, leaving the scale of violence uncertain.
Protests Feel More Insurrectionary This Time
- Arash Azizi says today's protests differ because Iran is both more diplomatically isolated and more domestically unstable.
- He highlights rising public anger and an unusually insurrectionary character to the demonstrations.
Unified Demands Without A Unified Opposition
- Despite unified demands for the regime to step down, Azizi notes there's no single organized political front to claim power.
- The regime's security apparatus remains largely intact and loyal to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khomeini.