Protests over the high cost of living continued for a 12th day across Iran, prompting a nationwide internet blackout, according to monitoring group NetBlocks. Demonstrations began in Tehran after the Iranian rial plunged past 140,000 to the dollar and later spread nationwide, with clashes reported in some areas. Protesters cited soaring inflation, rising food prices, and falling purchasing power, while many shops in central Tehran closed in protest. Authorities have not officially commented on the internet shutdown.