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Tenth Day of Protests in Iran: Tear Gas Used Near Hospital, Police Officer Killed

Published January 7, 2026, 06:36

Protests in Iran continue for the tenth day, with new incidents of tension and violence. A police officer was killed by gunfire in the western region of Iran, while tear gas was used near a hospital in Tehran during clashes. The protests began as a reaction to rising prices and economic hardship, but have evolved into a broader expression of discontent towards the government. According to the Fars news agency, police officer Ehsan Agajani was killed by gunfire near Malekshahi, an area with a large Kurdish population. Earlier, a member of the security forces had been killed in the same area. In Tehran, the use of tear gas near a hospital caused concern, as some of the substance entered the building. Authorities claim the use of tear gas was necessary to disperse the protesters, but the entry into the hospital is considered an unfortunate incident. The protests have spread throughout the country, including Tehran's Grand Bazaar, while the value of the Iranian currency has fallen to a record low. The situation remains tense, and clashes between protesters and security forces are expected to continue.