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She filmed Iran’s violent crackdown on protesters. Now she is afraid to go outside

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 6 min read 100% complete by By  SARAH EL DEEBFebruary 7, 2026 at 01:23 PM
She filmed Iran’s violent crackdown on protesters. Now she is afraid to go outside
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Following widespread anti-government protests in Iran in January 2026, a 37-year-old beautician who filmed the violent crackdown in Karaj is now living in fear. She documented the protests on January 8th, capturing the use of tear gas and gunfire against demonstrators chanting against the government. The woman, along with many others, participated in the nationwide protests sparked by anger towards the ruling theocracy. She now lives with her mother, experiencing anxiety and fear of being alone due to potential repercussions for her activism. Her videos and messages depict the initial boldness of the protests and the subsequent fear that has gripped many Iranians.

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Beirut 30% The Associated Press ×450% Karaj 50% Tehran ×260% Iranians ×270% Iran ×390%

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iran 100% protests 90% violent crackdown 80% fear 70% anti-government 60% theocracy 50% live bullets 40% political unrest 40%

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Associated Press (AP)
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Center (0.00)
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Classification Confidence
90%
Geographic Perspective
Iran

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