Iran’s capital city, Tehran, has witnessed widespread anti-government protests that have resulted in hundreds of deaths and widespread destruction. According to the US media, the death toll has risen to 217, although Iranian authorities have not confirmed this figure. The protests have seen demonstrators block streets, attack police stations, and launch violent attacks on government buildings, shops, and mosques.
Demonstrators have also desecrated a revered site in the oil-rich province of Khuzestan, prompting widespread outrage. The Iranian media has reported that four security personnel have been killed during the protests, while the US media has reported that hundreds have been injured.
The protests have also targeted healthcare facilities, with ambulances being attacked and hospitals being forced to suspend operations. The Press TV has reported that 26 banks, 2 hospitals, 25 mosques, and 48 fire trucks have been damaged in the protests.
Women were also a part of the protests, which have been marked by violence and destruction. The Iranian government has imposed a ban on the internet, which has left citizens unable to access the outside world.
The US has offered support to the Iranian protesters, with President Donald Trump stating that the US is ready to help the Iranian people achieve their freedom. The Iranian government has reported that 65 people have been killed in the protests, including 15 security personnel.
The international community has expressed concerns over the situation in Iran, with the EU calling for calm and restraint. The situation in Iran is unfolding as the country continues to face economic and social challenges.
In a separate development, the Iranian government has accused Israel of attempting to exploit the situation in Iran. The Iranian military has vowed to defend the country against any external threats.
