Iran Protests Turn Deadly, Economy in Freefall
Update: 2026-01-01
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Protests in Iran escalate, turning deadly as a twenty-one-year-old Basij militia member is killed, marking the largest wave of demonstrations since 2020. Merchants shut down bazaars, spreading unrest across the country, with security forces clashing with protesters and detaining activists. Iranians online challenge the official narrative, sharing videos of injured protesters. The economy is in crisis, with inflation at 42.5% and the rial losing half its value against the dollar. Despite past brutal crackdowns, Tehran is attempting dialogue, urging officials to address merchants demands amidst ongoing protests and cold weather holidays.
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