Iran is experiencing its deadliest protests in decades, with what began as demonstrations over a currency collapse now escalating into a full-scale revolt against the government, leaving Iranian-Americans in Michigan anxiously waiting for news from families back home.
- Current and former MSU students from Iran speak out as the nation sees deadly protests amid a full-scale revolt against the government.
- This comes as Iranians enter a week without internet or phone access after the government cut communications nationwide.
- A student organization at MSU is holding gatherings in the next week to hold conversations and support Iranians in the region.
WATCH: MICHIGAN IRANIANS FEAR FOR FAMILIES AMID DEADLY PROTESTS
Michigan Iranians fear for families amid deadly protests
“They want revolution. This is not all about economic hardship,” said Erfan Omid, a PhD student at Michigan State University.
Farzin Rasoulyan, who graduated from MSU in 2024 and works two jobs, left Iran seeking better opportunities in the United States. Omid arrived in December 2024.
Both men are now among many Iranian-Americans struggling to stay connected with loved ones amid the chaos…