Summary
There are conflicting reports about the number of people killed during recent protests in Iran, with President Trump and international human rights experts saying many thousands have died, while the Iranian government blames "terrorists" for the deaths. Iranian officials have released a list of over 3,000 people they say were affected by terrorist actions and request evidence if others dispute these claims. International concerns are rising, with calls for clarity on the situation and protection of human rights in Iran.
Key Facts
- President Trump stated that 32,000 people were killed in the protests, calling life under Iran's current government "hell."
- Iran's government claims "terrorists" are responsible for thousands of deaths and lists 3,117 victims, including security personnel.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi challenged critics to provide evidence against their data.
- UN human rights expert Mai Sato believes over 20,000 civilians may have been killed, but precise details are scarce.
- HRANA, a U.S.-based group, documented over 7,000 deaths and is investigating 12,000 more cases related to the protests.
- International human rights experts demand Iran reveal details about tens of thousands arrested or missing post-protests.
- The experts say most victims are ordinary citizens, including children, from various backgrounds.
- Iranian state media have been accused of showing forced confessions from protesters.
