Post by : Meena Ariff

Iranian authorities have officially confirmed that approximately 2,000 people, including both civilians and security personnel, have lost their lives during the nationwide protests that have swept across the country in recent weeks. This announcement represents the first time the government has publicly acknowledged the significant number of deaths resulting from the intense crackdown on the unrest, which has now lasted for about two weeks.

An Iranian official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told reporters that those responsible for the deaths were “terrorists” who incited violence and were involved in the deadly clashes. Despite this admission, the official did not provide a detailed breakdown of how many of the casualties were protesters and how many were members of the security forces. The statement also emphasized the government’s stance that these protests were fueled by hostile groups seeking to destabilize the nation.

The protests erupted amid growing dissatisfaction over various social and political issues, and the government's response has been marked by widespread enforcement actions to regain control. The acknowledgment of the death toll is seen as a significant and rare move by the Iranian authorities, who have previously downplayed the scale of the unrest and the resulting casualties.

As the situation continues to develop, questions remain about the exact figures and the broader impact of the protests on the country’s stability and international relations.

#Global News