Cyprus Times

Iran Protests: Doctor Reports 217 Deaths Among Demonstrators

Published January 10, 2026, 09:07
Iran Protests: Doctor Reports 217 Deaths Among Demonstrators

Protests in Iran are escalating, with a doctor in Tehran reporting at least 217 deaths among demonstrators in six hospitals in the capital, most from gunfire. The regime has imposed an internet and telephone blackout, while President Trump has warned of a “heavy price” if violence is used against protesters. The protests began as a reaction to the economic crisis, but have evolved into a broader political movement demanding the overthrow of the Islamic regime. Reports indicate incidents of vandalism against government buildings, as well as the use of live ammunition by security forces.