Politics

Published: 11 January 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has branded anti-government protesters as “troublemakers” attempting to please US President Donald Trump, as unrest across the country enters its 13th day. The demonstrations, sparked by economic hardship, have grown into the largest in years, with calls for the end of the Islamic Republic and, in some quarters, the restoration...

Published: 11 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online Protesters across Iran defied a deadly government crackdown on Saturday night, returning to the streets despite mounting reports that hundreds of people have been killed or wounded by security forces over the past three days. Verified videos and eyewitness accounts reviewed by the BBC indicate that the authorities are escalating their response, even as the country remains under...

Published: 10 January 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online The United States has carried out large-scale air and missile strikes against Islamic State (ISIS) targets across Syria, marking one of the most extensive US military operations in the region in recent months. The strikes, confirmed by senior US defence officials, were aimed at degrading the extremist group’s operational capabilities and preventing it from exploiting ongoing instability in Syria to...

Published: 10 January  2025The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online The death toll from the ongoing nationwide protests in Iran continues to rise as authorities intensify their crackdown on demonstrators, with human rights organisations and international monitors reporting that dozens — and possibly hundreds — of people have been killed since unrest erupted in late December 2025. The protests began on December 28, initially sparked by deepening economic hardship marked...

Published: 10 January 2025The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online In a striking declaration that has reverberated across global diplomatic circles, former U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States “stands ready to help” Iranians in their struggle for freedom, offering support to a population embroiled in one of the most significant protest movements the country has seen in years. The comments, made in a forceful social media post and...

Published: 10 January 2025The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online Austrian Airlines has temporarily suspended all scheduled flights between Vienna and Tehran, citing worsening security concerns linked to Iran’s escalating political unrest. The decision reflects growing unease among international carriers as instability in the region raises serious questions about passenger safety, operational reliability, and crew security. The suspension, announced late on Saturday through an official airline statement, took effect immediately...

Published: 10 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The Adelaide festival controversy has intensified as the South Australian premier firmly denied pressuring the board to drop Randa Abdel-Fattah, while confirming his agreement with their decision. The focus on Randa has sparked heated public debate, highlighting tensions between cultural sensitivity and freedom of expression. Premier Peter Malinauskas stressed that the law prohibits him from directing the board,...

Published: 10 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The Victorian Liberals face mounting challenges as the party struggles to present a united front under new leader Jess Wilson. Wilson, just 35, has vowed to reposition the Victorian Liberals at the centre of politics while reconnecting with voters lost over recent years. Optimism remains, but repeated self-inflicted wounds continue to raise doubts about whether the Victorian Liberals...

Published: 09 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Sussan Ley has achieved a significant political victory in the royal commission debate, highlighting her leadership and the need for national unity. Despite forcing Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to reverse course on the inquiry, Ley continues to challenge the government, questioning its handling of the Bondi terror attack and rejecting the terms of reference. The new focus keyword,...

Published: 09 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Venezuela has begun releasing political prisoners in a historic move aimed to consolidate peace. The government’s announcement, coming just days after international pressure intensified, signals a deliberate effort to reduce tensions and demonstrate goodwill toward both domestic and foreign communities. Political prisoners in Venezuela have long faced harsh conditions, and this release represents a critical step in addressing...