In various regions of the nation, demonstrations against the Iranian government have seen a remarkable escalation. The unrest is said to have caused many more deaths than the official numbers suggest, according to reports.
Local Medical Source's Claims
- An Iranian doctor revealed to Time magazine that the death toll during the protests exceeds 217. He specifically mentioned that these deaths are just from Tehran. He then went on to say that the total nationwide might even be larger. He also mentioned that the majority of the deceased were youngsters.
- The medical professional also asserted that around 30 of the demonstrators were shot dead when the law enforcers opened fire with automatic guns near a police station in North Tehran.
Little Flow of Information
- The medical professional stated that in some regions the internet and telephone connectivity had been shut down. He added that the world was not getting the details of the protests and victimization because of this situation. The limitations imposed, however, make it very hard to carry out independent verification.
- The death toll is currently reported by the media worldwide to be around 65 people.
Iran’s Leadership Response
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, deliberated on the unrest and attacked the US President Donald Trump. He accused Trump of being the one behind the violence against the Iranian people. He also condemned the protesters for the destruction of public property, saying that such deeds are to the benefit of foreign interests.
Prince Reza Pahlavi's Appeal
Iranian Prince Reza Pahlavi, who is in exile, has made a plea to the US to side with the Iranians. His concern was that lives were being lost during the government's crackdown on the protestors. Pahlavi went on to call for US President Trump to take a hand in the matter and assist in the protection of the civilians caught in the protests.
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