Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch announced in a joint statement that the Islamic Republic has killed at least 28 protesters, including several children, during twelve days of protests. The statement, a copy of which was provided to Voice of America, states that security forces, including the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and the Iranian Police (FARAJA), have unlawfully targeted predominantly peaceful protesters using firearms, metal pellets, tear gas, water cannons, and beatings. These individuals were targeted in 13 cities across eight provinces. Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch say that the increase in casualties and injuries indicates a continuation of the cycle of violence and bloodshed against protesters in Iran. This statement from the two prominent human rights organizations comes as the largest protest march in the past two weeks was held in various cities across Iran on Thursday. From the early hours of the nationwide protests, the Islamic Republic of Iran cut off the internet. Meanwhile, some media activists published videos of the massacre of protesters in Fardis Karaj. In the past ten hours, Iran's internet connection with the outside world has been completely severed. VahidOnline tweeted twice confirming the authenticity of the videos showing the massacre of protesters in Fardis Karaj on Thursday night. The protests included slogans such as 'Death to the Dictator' in Quchan, Khorasan and 'Tank, Cannon, Fireworks, Clerics Must Go' during the Thursday night protests in Gisha, Tehran. Trump commented that the enthusiasm of the people for the overthrow of the Islamic Republic regime is unbelievable; they love their country, which has gone back 150 years.
Joint Statement by Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch: The Islamic Republic is Killing Protesters and Children
Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch report that at least 28 protesters, including children, have been killed by Iranian security forces during ongoing protests. The statement highlights the unlawful use of force against peaceful demonstrators and the government's internet blackout during the protests. This situation underscores the escalating violence against dissent in Iran.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch reported that Iranian security forces killed at least 28 protesters, including children, during recent protests. The government has also cut off internet access to suppress information flow.
- 28 protesters, including children, were killed by Iranian security forces.
- Internet access in Iran has been severely restricted during the protests.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran has a history of suppressing dissent, with protests often met with violence by security forces. The current unrest is part of a broader pattern of public dissatisfaction with the regime.
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