Death Toll Grows as Nationwide Protests Rock Iran for a Third Night

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 6 min read 100% complete by Farnaz Fassihi and Malachy BrowneJanuary 11, 2026 at 03:30 AM

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Nationwide anti-government protests in Iran have intensified for a third consecutive night, despite a government crackdown and threatened military intervention. The unrest, which began two weeks prior, has seen increasing violence, including reports of security forces shooting and killing protesters. Demonstrations have taken place in cities across Iran, including Tehran, where crowds have chanted slogans against the country's leadership. The government has imposed internet blackouts, making it difficult to obtain information about the protests. The protests are driven by widespread discontent with the government and its policies, with participants expressing fear but a continued determination to demonstrate.

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