Sa Iran, patuloy na tumataas ang bilang ng mga nasawi habang lumalawak ang mga protesta laban sa pamahalaan, ayon sa mga ulat ng mga grupong pangkarapatang pantao. Hindi bababa sa 192 na demonstrador ang iniulat na napatay sa loob ng dalawang linggo, na nagdulot ng malalim na pangamba sa internasyonal na komunidad kaugnay ng umano’y marahas na crackdown ng mga awtoridad.
The protest movement began over the high cost of living, but quickly turned into a broader call against the theocratic system that has existed since 1979. These rallies are considered one of the biggest challenges to the country's leadership in recent years, especially amid recent regional tensions.
Despite an internet blackout that lasted more than 60 hours, protesters continued to gather in the capital and other cities. Activists warned that the communication blackout was limiting the flow of information and that the real death toll could be higher than currently reported.
Some reports say that hospitals are overflowing, blood supplies are in short supply, and some wounded have been hit in the eyes and upper body, which has observers concerned. Meanwhile, authorities have announced massive arrests and strongly condemned what they called riots and vandalism.
While the calls for action continue from around the world, the situation within the country remains tense. The city is almost paralyzed, prices of goods have risen, and shops are closing early due to tight security, while the future of the movement continues to be monitored by the entire world.
