Iran Economic Protests Intensify: Clashes Erupt, Casualties Reported
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Iran Economic Protests Intensify: Clashes Erupt, Casualties Reported

Protests over Iran's economic struggles, including currency devaluation and inflation, have led to clashes in Tehran's Grand Bazaar and other cities. Activist groups report at least 25-36 deaths and over 1,000 arrests, with some reports including casualties among security forces. Iranian authorities have not released official death tolls but acknowledge injuries to security personnel. President Pezeshkian has ordered an investigation into incidents and suggested the government cannot solely manage the crisis.

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