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Iran protests turn deadly as rights groups count 2,003 deaths
Anti-government demonstrations in Iran have intensified dramatically, with rights groups and security sources reporting that more than 2,000 people have been killed since protests erupted late last year.
The unrest began in Tehran on December 28, triggered by the sharp collapse of Iran’s national currency, before rapidly spreading to cities and towns across the country.
What started as economic protests has since evolved into a broader challenge to Iran’s clerical leadership.
Protesters have taken to the streets to vent frustrations over worsening economic conditions, which many citizens attribute to government mismanagement, the impact of Western sanctions, and long-standing restrictions on civil liberties.
According to the Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), at least 2,003 deaths linked to the protests have been independently verified.
The group said the fatalities include about 1,850 demonstrators, 135 individuals associated with government forces, nine minors, and nine civilians who were not directly involved in the protests.
HRANA also reported that arrests have surged nationwide, with no fewer than 16,784 people detained since the demonstrations began.
As part of efforts to suppress the unrest, Iranian authorities have imposed a digital blackout, limiting access to the internet and social media platforms. Internet monitoring group NetBlocks confirmed that widespread disruptions have been in place since last Thursday.
The crisis has drawn international attention, with United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday urging Iranians to continue protesting, declaring that “help” was on the way. Although he did not specify the nature of the assistance, Trump has recently hinted at the possibility of military action against Iran.
Several Western nations, including the United Kingdom, Italy and Germany, have condemned Tehran’s violent response to the protests.
The countries have also summoned Iranian envoys to formally protest what they described as excessive use of force against civilians.
As the death toll rises and global pressure mounts, Iran continues to face one of the most severe waves of internal unrest in its recent history.
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