Protests grow as Iran’s government makes meager offer amid tanking economy

Protests are escalating across Iran due to the country's failing economy, prompting a heavy deployment of security forces. Demonstrations have been recorded in cities like Abdanan and Ilam, where security forces raided a hospital to arrest protesters, a move condemned by Amnesty International. The protests follow the shooting deaths of demonstrators near a military base in Malekshahi, with state media confirming at least three fatalities. Clashes have also erupted in Tehran's Grand Bazaar, where traders closed shops and confronted security forces using tear gas. The unrest reflects widespread discontent with the government's handling of the economic crisis.

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