Iran's government has made a meager offer amidst a rapidly deteriorating economy and growing protests. The efforts to contain the economic situation have failed, leading to bolder demonstrations across the country.
In recent days, huge protests have taken place in various cities, including Abdanan, Ilam, Tehran, Lorestan, Kermanshah, Mashhad, Qazvin, Shahrekord, and Hamedan. The protesters, which include children, parents, and elderly individuals, have been filmed walking and chanting in the streets while helicopters flew overhead.
Security forces have responded with force, storming hospitals like Imam Khomeini Hospital to arrest protesters. Amnesty International has condemned this action as a violation of international law and an attempt by the authorities to crush dissent.
Graphic videos have surfaced showing people being sprayed with live fire and killed during protests in Malekshahi county, where multiple demonstrators were shot dead at a military base. The local governor has announced an investigation into the shooting.
In Tehran's Grand Bazaar, traders and business owners clashed with security forces, who used batons and tear gas to disperse the crowd. People chanted "freedom" and shouted "dishonourable" at police officers, including one man who said, "Execute me if you want, I'm not a rioter," to cheers from the crowd.
The Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has called for authorities to put an end to the unrest, saying, "Rioters must be put in their place." Chief Justice Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei echoed this sentiment, stating, "We will show no mercy to rioters this time."
The economic situation continues to deteriorate, with prices of essential items increasing rapidly. The rial has plummeted to a new all-time low against the US dollar, reflecting a lack of trust among the public and investors.
In another bizarre move, the government has introduced cooking oil that has tripled in price, making it unaffordable for many Iranians who have already seen their purchasing power dwindle since 2018. The budget presented by President Masoud Pezeshkian aims to eliminate the subsidized currency rate used for certain imports but is expected to lead to increased prices and pushback from interest groups within the establishment.
Several celebrities, including renowned singers Homayoun Shajarian and Alireza Ghorbani, have joined the protests online, saying they will stop their professional activities in support of the demonstrations. A respected national figure, Ali Daei, called on officials to show sympathy for the Iranian nation, asking, "How can our officials lay down their heads and sleep?"
In recent days, huge protests have taken place in various cities, including Abdanan, Ilam, Tehran, Lorestan, Kermanshah, Mashhad, Qazvin, Shahrekord, and Hamedan. The protesters, which include children, parents, and elderly individuals, have been filmed walking and chanting in the streets while helicopters flew overhead.
Security forces have responded with force, storming hospitals like Imam Khomeini Hospital to arrest protesters. Amnesty International has condemned this action as a violation of international law and an attempt by the authorities to crush dissent.
Graphic videos have surfaced showing people being sprayed with live fire and killed during protests in Malekshahi county, where multiple demonstrators were shot dead at a military base. The local governor has announced an investigation into the shooting.
In Tehran's Grand Bazaar, traders and business owners clashed with security forces, who used batons and tear gas to disperse the crowd. People chanted "freedom" and shouted "dishonourable" at police officers, including one man who said, "Execute me if you want, I'm not a rioter," to cheers from the crowd.
The Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has called for authorities to put an end to the unrest, saying, "Rioters must be put in their place." Chief Justice Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei echoed this sentiment, stating, "We will show no mercy to rioters this time."
The economic situation continues to deteriorate, with prices of essential items increasing rapidly. The rial has plummeted to a new all-time low against the US dollar, reflecting a lack of trust among the public and investors.
In another bizarre move, the government has introduced cooking oil that has tripled in price, making it unaffordable for many Iranians who have already seen their purchasing power dwindle since 2018. The budget presented by President Masoud Pezeshkian aims to eliminate the subsidized currency rate used for certain imports but is expected to lead to increased prices and pushback from interest groups within the establishment.
Several celebrities, including renowned singers Homayoun Shajarian and Alireza Ghorbani, have joined the protests online, saying they will stop their professional activities in support of the demonstrations. A respected national figure, Ali Daei, called on officials to show sympathy for the Iranian nation, asking, "How can our officials lay down their heads and sleep?"
they're going through a super tough time with the economy and protests and it's heartbreaking to see all these young people taking to the streets 
. but at the same time, I gotta say, I'm a little surprised that the government didn't expect this to blow up like this 
. i mean, they've been trying to control prices and stuff for years, so you'd think people would've had enough already 
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. Amnesty International is totally right to speak out against that 
. and it's crazy to see the government trying to blame the protesters for everything 
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. everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, no matter what they're protesting about 
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The situation in Iran is looking more dire by the minute 
. I mean, can you blame them? The government has basically put its foot down on inflation and prices are skyrocketing 
. People are already struggling to make ends meet after years of stagnant wages and economic stagnation. This latest move with cooking oil tripling in price is just cruel 
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. But at the same time, I think we need to talk about how messed up the economy is and why people are so frustrated in the first place.
. I'm just confused about what's going to happen next... will there be more protests? Will the government crack down harder? Ugh, I don't know 
Like, seriously, who's got time for all this drama?
especially when you see those graphic videos of people being shot dead. i dont think its a good look for the government at all. and now they're introducing cooking oil that's tripled in price? that just shows how broken their economy really is 
The fact that Amnesty International is stepping in and condemning this violence speaks volumes about the situation on the ground. And what's really worrying is that this economic crisis has been building for years, with no signs of slowing down... it's like they're just kicking the can down the road. By the way, introducing cooking oil at triple its original price? That's just nuts! 
. The government's inability to manage it has led to widespread protests, with people from all walks of life taking to the streets. It raises questions about the effectiveness of the current leadership and whether they're truly accountable to the Iranian people 
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. Meanwhile, the government's decision to introduce more expensive cooking oil is just another example of how they're out of touch with everyday Iranians 
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. I'm worried about the kids getting caught up in all this - seeing those graphic vids of live fire being used on protesters is just horrific 
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. Using tear gas and batons to disperse crowds? That's not how you build trust or calm a situation 
. And now they're even arresting people from hospitals?! What's next? The economy is already in shambles - do we really need more chaos? 
how can anyone expect trust to grow when they're basically attacking their own citizens? 
i'm sending all my vibes to those brave ppl taking a stand 
we should be supporting them, not watching from afar 
. And Ali Daei's question is so pertinent – how can we expect our leaders to lead when they don't even care about their own people?
And what's with the whole "execute me if you want" vibe? 
It's not like this is going to solve anything in the long run. The government needs to address the root problems here, not just crack down on dissent 
I mean, it's not like they're asking for much, just basic human rights and dignity 
And to make matters worse, the response from security forces has been brutal 
. It's heartbreaking to see security forces using live fire on protesters, especially when there are kids involved