"The extent of the violence used by the security forces against demonstrators in Iran has deeply shocked the population. Triggered by an economic crisis, mass protests broke out across the country at the end of December 2025. The authorities responded with temporary internet blackouts and resorted to violence to suppress the protests. According to official figures, 3,117 people were killed, including many security forces."
"According to the US-based human rights organization HRANA (Human Rights Activists News Agency), 6,126 deaths have been confirmed so far, including 86 children and 5,777 protesters; another 17,091 cases are currently being investigated. The victims were among millions of young Iranians who dream of a better life in their home country. Iran is in the midst of a deep economic crisis and faces high unemployment. Water shortages and drought are putting additional pressure, forcing many to flee their home regions."
Mass protests erupted across Iran at the end of December 2025, triggered by an economic crisis. Security forces used severe violence and temporary internet blackouts to suppress demonstrators, resulting in thousands of deaths. Official figures list 3,117 killed, while HRANA reports 6,126 confirmed deaths including 86 children and 5,777 protesters, with another 17,091 cases under investigation. Iran faces deep economic hardship, high unemployment, water shortages and drought that force internal migration. At least 30 million people have moved within the country in the last 30 years. Persian language and Twelver Shiite Islam remain central to Iranian identity after centuries of history.
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