Iran protesters tell of brutal police response as regime lashes out

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by William Christou and Deepa ParentJanuary 10, 2026 at 02:59 PM

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Protests are ongoing in Iran, despite an internet shutdown and escalating crackdown by authorities. Demonstrators in cities like Tehran and Mashhad are protesting against Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the current regime. Videos and reports trickling out of the country describe a heavy-handed police response, including the use of live ammunition against protesters. Human rights activists report difficulty verifying claims due to the internet blackout, but testimonies suggest widespread police brutality. The US-based Human Rights Activist news agency reports at least 65 deaths. The protests, the largest in recent years, pose a significant challenge to the Iranian government, which blames the US for inciting the unrest.

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