Summary
Iranian state television reported that around 3,117 people died in recent antigovernment protests. These demonstrations began due to economic issues and expanded into a broader antigovernment movement. The Iranian government's response to the protests has been widely condemned, while tensions between the U.S. and Iran have increased.
Key Facts
- Iranian state media reported that 3,117 people died during antigovernment protests.
- The demonstrations started in late December over economic problems.
- The protests grew into a broader antigovernment movement.
- Iran condemned the protests as "terrorist" incidents.
- Human Rights Activists News Agency claimed more people died than reported by state media.
- U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to intervene on behalf of the protesters.
- Rights groups reported that security forces used live ammunition against demonstrators.
- Iranian authorities linked the protests to U.S. and Israeli involvement.
