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Amid social unrest, Iran has blocked internet access and other communication methods within the country.

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Trump administration has revoked 100,000 visas, including 8,000 for students

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A pre-revolution Iranian flag is carried as protesters take part in a rally in support of the protest movement in Iran outside Downing Street in London on January 11. EPA

Iran flag emoji changed on X to pre-Islamic Revolution version with lion symbol

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US markets mixed amid Jerome Powell criminal investigation

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US President Donald Trump has relentlessly attacked US Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell for not aggressively lowering rates. Reuters

Jerome Powell says he is under US criminal investigation

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Trump considering military options for Iran, reports say

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Trump says Cuba will no longer receive Venezuelan oil

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