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Iran Protests Continue, Clashes in West Result in At Least 12 Deaths

Published January 4, 2026, 10:18
Iran Protests Continue, Clashes in West Result in At Least 12 Deaths

Protests continue in Iran, initially sparked by the cost of living and evolving into political demands. Demonstrations have taken place in approximately 40 cities, primarily in western Iran, resulting in at least 12 deaths, including members of the security forces. In Tehran, protests were limited, with slogans such as “Death to the dictator,” while in Malekshahi, western Iran, clashes between protesters and the Revolutionary Guard resulted in the deaths of four Kurdish minority members. Iranian authorities do not always provide detailed information about the incidents, making an accurate assessment of the situation difficult.