06.01.2026 07:41
Protests that began due to economic issues in Iran have been ongoing for 9 days, with the death toll rising to 29. According to a report by the US-based HRANA, demonstrations occurred at 257 locations, resulting in 64 injuries and 1,203 arrests. It was noted that the injuries were largely caused by rubber and plastic bullet impacts.
A report published on the website of HRANA, based in the USA, provided information about the protests that have been ongoing in the country for 9 days. According to this report, during this period, protests occurred in 27 out of the 31 provinces in the country, resulting in the deaths of 27 protesters and 2 individuals affiliated with the security forces.
1203 PEOPLE DETAINED IN PROTESTS
A total of 257 protests took place across the country, resulting in 64 injuries and 1203 detentions. It was noted that the injuries were largely due to being hit by rubber and plastic bullets. No official statement has been made by Iranian authorities regarding those who have died or been injured in the protests.
DEATH TOLL RISES
HRANA reported yesterday in its report for the 8th day that the death toll had risen to 20, the number of injured to 51, and the number of those detained to 990.
PROTESTS IN IRAN
Protests that began on December 28, 2025, in the Tehran Grand Bazaar by shopkeepers due to the significant devaluation of the local currency against foreign exchange rates and economic issues spread to many cities in the country. The Fars News Agency reported that 250 police officers and 45 militia forces (Basij) were injured during the protests.
On January 2, U.S. President Donald Trump stated on his social media account regarding the protests in Iran, "If Iran kills and shoots peaceful protesters as it always does, the U.S. will come to their aid." Trump reiterated a similar statement on January 4, saying, "If they kill the protesters, Iran will face a severe blow from the U.S. We are watching and closely following the developments in Iran."