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Protests against economic issues continue across Iran, with violence flaring in Lordegan city in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari province. Reports indicate two security personnel were killed, and 30 others injured when armed protesters opened fire. Shots were allegedly fired using military-grade and hunting weapons after tensions escalated during a gathering of roughly 300 shopkeepers who had closed their stores around 10 p.m. on Wednesday. The protestors had gathered in several streets near the Khardoun neighborhood and Shirouni Bridge, chanting slogans against economic hardships.
Authorities say that some individuals infiltrated the crowd and provoked clashes with police, during which stones were thrown at security forces. The violence resulted in two deaths and at least 30 injuries, with demonstrators also vandalizing government offices in Lordegan. In another incident, a store was set ablaze in Bojnord, located in Iran’s northeastern North Khorasan province, and a civilian vehicle narrowly escaped being torched by protesters.
Meanwhile, a pro-government rally took place in Hamedan, in western Iran, where participants held signs of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei and Iran’s national flag. The protesters voiced strong opposition to what they called attempts to spread violence, insecurity, and chaos within the country, also demonstrating against Israel.
Social media videos reveal new protests in various cities, with large crowds demanding change. In Bojnurd, protesters chanted “an Iranian can die but will not accept humiliation,” and reports emerged of a mosque and religious book shop being attacked by rioters. In Tehran’s Shemiran district, demonstrators shouted “death to the dictator” and “freedom.” In Bandar Abbas, protesters carried signs encouraging others to join the final battle, referencing the return of Pahlavi. Aligudarz saw a large turnout chanting, “this is the year of blood, Seyyed Ali will be toppled,” referring to Khamenei.
Official reports confirm deadly clashes in the southwest, where two individuals were killed, and 30 injured during protests involving shopkeepers in Lordegan. Rioters reportedly threw stones at police, who responded with gunfire, resulting in two security personnel deaths. Overall, Iran’s protests have expanded to 25 out of 31 provinces, according to a tally by AFP.
Iran’s Vice President Ghaempanah issued a statement after a cabinet meeting, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between protesters and rioters. Authorities have acknowledged that at least 27 protesters, including five minors, have been killed during the unrest. Official figures mention 15 deaths, including security personnel and a police officer fatally shot during confrontations.
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