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Merkel: 'We May Be Witnessing the Last Days of This Regime' in Iran

Published January 13, 2026, 09:34

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz believes that the regime in Iran may be nearing its end due to the widespread anti-government protests. He commented that a regime that relies solely on violence to remain in power is doomed. Merz condemned the violent actions of Iranian security forces against protesters. The protests in Iran began due to high inflation and poor economic conditions but have taken a political turn. Iran Human Rights reports that at least 648 people have been killed since the start of the demonstrations. Internet access in Iran has been disrupted for over 100 hours, isolating Iranians from the rest of the world.