Iran(The COW News Digital)Violent protests against rising inflation in Iran have intensified further, resulting in the deaths of two security personnel and injuries to at least 30 others, according to Iranian media reports. The unrest, which has continued for more than 11 days, reflects growing public anger over economic hardship and soaring prices of basic commodities.
According to Iran’s state-affiliated news agency Fars News, the latest wave of violence erupted in the city of Lordegan, where shopkeepers shut down their businesses and joined large street demonstrations. Protesters chanted slogans against the government, and the situation quickly escalated into clashes with law enforcement agencies.
Reports indicate that demonstrators pelted police with stones, while some protesters allegedly opened fire on security forces. As a result, two security officials were killed and at least 30 others sustained injuries. The clashes caused significant damage to public property, including the governor’s office and several other government buildings in Lordegan.
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In a separate incident in the northeastern border province of North Khorasan, protesters reportedly set a shop on fire in the city of Bojnord. Security forces intervened promptly and managed to move a nearby civilian vehicle to a safe location, preventing it from being damaged by the blaze.
Authorities have responded by deploying additional security personnel to affected areas in an attempt to restore order and prevent further escalation. Officials say efforts are underway to stabilize the situation amid fears that the protests could spread to more cities.
Iranian media report that demonstrations have taken place not only in Lordegan but also in major cities including Tehran, Shiraz, and parts of western Iran. During the protests, approximately 1,200 people have been arrested, according to American media sources.
The human toll of the unrest continues to rise. Officials claim that around 250 police officers and 45 members of the Basij paramilitary force have been injured during clashes with protesters. Overall, the death toll from protest-related violence has reached 35 since demonstrations began nearly two weeks ago.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry has accused the United States and Israel of interfering in the country’s internal affairs and encouraging violence. Western governments, however, have repeatedly denied such allegations, calling on Iranian authorities to respect the right to peaceful protest.
The ongoing unrest highlights the mounting economic pressures facing ordinary Iranians and poses a significant challenge for the government as it seeks to contain public dissatisfaction while maintaining security across the country.
