At least 35 people have been killed and 1,200 detained in Iran's economic protests
Summary
At least 35 people have died and over 1,200 detained amid widespread economic protests across Iran, with significant violence occurring in Ilam province where security forces raided a hospital.
Key Points
- At least 35 people have been killed and over 1,200 detained in Iran's economic protests, according to activists.
- The Iranian government acknowledged unrest in Ilam province and promised a full investigation.
- Security forces raided a hospital in Ilam while searching for demonstrators, drawing international condemnation.
- Protests are widespread, occurring in over 250 locations across 27 of Iran's 31 provinces, marking the largest unrest since 2022.
