At least 25 people have been killed as protests have swept across Iran in recent days, according to news reports. The demonstrations, which started in the bazaar of Tehran, were sparked by concerns about soaring inflation, but have broadened into expressions of dissatisfaction with Iran’s theocratic regime.

McGill experts are available to comment:

Rex Brynen, Professor, Department of Political Science, is an expert in Middle East politics and security.

rex.brynen [at] mcgill.ca (English)

Daniel Douek, Faculty Lecturer, Department of Political Science, can discuss the international and domestic implications of the crisis in Iran.

daniel.douek [at] mcgill.ca (English, French)