Iranian official says verified deaths in Iran protests reaches at least 5,000
Summary
An Iranian official has verified that at least 5,000 people, including about 500 security personnel, have died in protests across Iran, with heavy clashes especially in Kurdish areas in the northwest.
Key Points
- At least 5,000 deaths have been verified in Iran's protests, including 500 security personnel.
- Heaviest clashes and highest deaths occurred in Iranian Kurdish areas in the northwest.
- Authorities blame the unrest on terrorists, armed rioters, and foreign involvement including Israel.
- Human rights groups report over 3,300 deaths and more than 24,000 arrests with ongoing investigations into further cases.
