Iran is facing some of its biggest protests in years as the country’s economy continues to fall apart.
Prices for food and basic goods have gone up fast, the value of the Iranian rial has dropped and many families can no longer afford what they need to survive.
Inflation has climbed so high that even middle-class families are struggling.
In response to the growing anger, the Iranian government has shut down the internet in many areas, arrested thousands of people and used deadly force against protesters.
The internet shutdown is being used to hide unlawful killings and stop people from sharing videos or asking for help.
Students and staff without family in Iran may feel the situation raises important questions about rights and government power.
“I don’t have relatives in Iran, but it’s disturbing to see a government shut down the internet to silence…
