Iran’s Protests Have Been Completely Squashed, Government Says

The Iranian government announced on Wednesday that it had suppressed recent anti-government protests that began in late December due to economic issues and evolved into broader opposition. Prosecutor General Mohammad Movahedi declared "the sedition is over," vowing to punish those responsible. State TV reported over 3,000 deaths from the protests, while a human rights group estimated a higher toll. Despite an internet blackout and disinformation, reports indicate a return to normalcy with a heavy security presence. The government plans to restore internet access, but foreign sites may remain blocked.