Tehran is reporting a significant decrease in the scale of ongoing protests across the country, while authorities acknowledge casualties among security forces. The unrest, sparked by economic grievances, has entered its third week amidst widespread internet disruptions.
Iranian authorities claim that the protests are losing momentum compared to previous days. However, activists are sharing videos online depicting gatherings in various cities, including Tehran, Isfahan, Mashhad, Kermanshah, Arak, and Babol.
According to a semi-official Iranian news agency, security forces have arrested 200 individuals described as protest leaders, allegedly possessing weapons and explosives. An additional 100 individuals accused of “armed rioting” were reportedly apprehended in Baharestan, near Tehran.
A judicial official stated that six security personnel were killed and 120 injured in riots in Fars province, southern Iran. The official accused individuals linked to “enemies” of exploiting legitimate public demands to undermine the country’s security and stability.
State television broadcast footage of funerals for security personnel allegedly killed in Shiraz, Qom, and Hamedan during the protests. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) accused what it termed “terrorists” of targeting military and security bases, resulting in fatalities among civilians and security forces, as well as property damage. The IRGC statement emphasized that safeguarding the achievements of the 1979 revolution and maintaining security are “red lines.” The Iranian army issued a separate statement affirming its commitment to protecting national interests and infrastructure.
DZWatch continues to monitor the situation as it develops.
