Security forces in Kermanshah, located in Iran’s western Kermanshah Province, reportedly used live ammunition against anti-regime protesters, resulting in multiple injuries. Details about the exact number of casualties remain unconfirmed, but reports indicate that the unrest has intensified in the region.
Amid the clashes, there have been reports of local residents and protesters confronting members of the Basiji militia, a paramilitary force aligned with the Iranian government. In one incident, Iranian Kurdish students reportedly located and physically assaulted a Basiji militiaman, reflecting ongoing tensions between protesters and security forces.
The protests in Kermanshah are part of a broader wave of unrest sweeping across various parts of Iran, driven by economic grievances, political demands, and calls for greater freedoms. Iranian authorities have yet to make formal comments on the recent incidents, but security measures continue to be heightened in the region.
Human rights organizations have expressed concern over the use of live ammunition against protesters, citing reports of injuries and potential violations of human rights. The situation remains tense as authorities and opposition groups continue to navigate the ongoing unrest in western Iran.