- Protests against rising prices and the government have spread across Iran, resulting in over 100 reported deaths.
- US President Trump has expressed support for the protesters and is considering military action against Iran.
- Iran's Revolutionary Guards have vowed to maintain order and are responding forcefully to the demonstrations.
A: Hey Hana-chan! Did you hear anything about Iran? It's pretty serious.
B: No, what's going on, Ken? Tell me!
A: Well, lots of people are protesting there. Prices are going crazy!
B: Oh no! Like, everything is expensive?
A: Yeah! Sanctions from America and Europe are making things worse, I guess.
B: Sanctions? That's complicated.
A: Exactly! So, people are protesting, and sadly, over 100 people have been hurt or killed.
B: That’s awful! So many deaths…
A: They were protesting in Tehran, the capital city. They were shouting against the government.
B: Wow, that’s brave!
A: Trump, the American President, he's talking a lot about it. He says Iran might get freedom!
B: Freedom? He's being pretty optimistic, isn’t he?
A: He is! The New York Times says he’s even thinking about military action.
B: Seriously?! That sounds really dangerous.
A: I know! But he hasn't decided anything yet. The Iranian military is saying they won’t let things get out of control.
B: This is definitely something to watch…it’s a tense situation.
A: Totally! Let’s hope things calm down.
B: Agreed!
- US President Trump has expressed support for the protesters and is considering military action against Iran.
- Iran's Revolutionary Guards have vowed to maintain order and are responding forcefully to the demonstrations.
A: Hey Hana-chan! Did you hear anything about Iran? It's pretty serious.
B: No, what's going on, Ken? Tell me!
A: Well, lots of people are protesting there. Prices are going crazy!
B: Oh no! Like, everything is expensive?
A: Yeah! Sanctions from America and Europe are making things worse, I guess.
B: Sanctions? That's complicated.
A: Exactly! So, people are protesting, and sadly, over 100 people have been hurt or killed.
B: That’s awful! So many deaths…
A: They were protesting in Tehran, the capital city. They were shouting against the government.
B: Wow, that’s brave!
A: Trump, the American President, he's talking a lot about it. He says Iran might get freedom!
B: Freedom? He's being pretty optimistic, isn’t he?
A: He is! The New York Times says he’s even thinking about military action.
B: Seriously?! That sounds really dangerous.
A: I know! But he hasn't decided anything yet. The Iranian military is saying they won’t let things get out of control.
B: This is definitely something to watch…it’s a tense situation.
A: Totally! Let’s hope things calm down.
B: Agreed!
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Summary
Iran faces widespread protests over rising prices, fueled by US/EU sanctions. Over 100 deaths reported. Trump supports protestors, considering military action, while Iran's Revolutionary Guards vow to maintain order. Tense situation. #IranProtests #Sanctions
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Category ID: listed_summary
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260111_13/#summary
Date: Jan. 11, 2026
Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-01-11
Created: 2026/01/12 22:40
Updated: 2026/01/13 08:11
Last Read: 2026/01/13 08:11