Iran Unrest: At least 7 people have been reported dead in the latest wave of nationwide protests against the leadership of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
What led to Iran Protest?
The unrest has primarily been fuelled by the ailing economy of Iran. The economy has been struggling for decades because of sanctions by western countries such as the United States over the nuclear program of Iran.
Meanwhile, the US State Department has deep concerns over reports of Iranian protestors facing violence, arrests and intimidation. It urged the authorities in the Islamic Republic to halt the nationwide crackdown immediately.
As per latest reports, one United States dollar is equal to 42,125 Iranian Rial.
Extent Of Protests
Initially, the protests started by local bazaar vendors and shopkeepers. It quickly spread to multiple provinces in the country. Soon after, students joined demonstrations at colleges and universities. There have many reports of confrontations in Lordegan and incidents at a Lorestan police station.
In several Iranian cities, protestors have been chanting anti-regime and pro-Shah slogans. They have attacked many government buildings and state infrastructure. The protests have moved beyond the Iranian Capital to cities such as Isfahan, Kermanshah, Shiraz, Karaj, Hamedan, Qeshm, Malard and Yazd.
Protestors have expressed their support for Reza Pahlavi, who is the son of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. Mohammad was overthrown in the 1979 Islamic Revolution. In a statement on X, Reza remarked that he is with protestors and said our victory is certain because we are united and our cause is just.
