Iran Chief Justice Orders Decisive Action Against Rioters as Economic Protests Spread to 78 Cities

Iranian Chief Justice Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei has reportedly ordered all provincial prosecutors to implement severe and decisive action against elements labeled as 'saboteurs' amidst violent, widespread economic protests across the country. The unrest, fueled by extreme inflation and the historic fall of the Rial, has reportedly resulted in over 20 fatalities and 1,000 arrests as it enters its ninth day.

Imran Khan’s Influence Strengthens, Ruling Elite Suffering from ‘Imran Phobia’ Ayaz Amir

In a searing analysis published in Roznama Dunya, veteran columnist Ayaz Amir argues that the political discourse in Pakistan is entirely overshadowed by former Prime Minister Imran Khan, a phenomenon he terms 'Zikr-e-Imran.' He contends that sustained attempts by the powerful circles to suppress Khan have inadvertently strengthened his popular appeal, leaving the current administration paralyzed and suffering from a debilitating 'phobia.'