At least 217 protesters have been reported dead in Tehran, according to a medical source speaking to TIME. The deaths occurred across six city hospitals, with most casualties attributed to live ammunition fired by security forces. The reports come amid ongoing protests in Iran, with demonstrators reportedly rallying against the current regime.
Eyewitness accounts and medical sources indicate that security forces used live rounds to disperse anti-regime protests, resulting in significant casualties. The precise circumstances surrounding each death remain difficult to independently verify amid the tense security environment.
The protests, which have been ongoing for several weeks, reflect widespread discontent with the government and its policies. Authorities have yet to issue a detailed comment on the reported casualties, though reports of the violence continue to circulate through various channels.
International observers have called for transparency and restraint from Iranian security forces, highlighting concerns over human rights abuses amid the unrest. The situation remains volatile, with no clear indication of how the government plans to address the escalating protests.