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Crisis Escalates in Iran: 36 Dead and Thousands of Protesters Arrested – Tear Gas at Tehran Hospital

Published January 7, 2026, 08:16
Crisis Escalates in Iran: 36 Dead and Thousands of Protesters Arrested – Tear Gas at Tehran Hospital

The situation in Iran is escalating, with protests continuing for ten days, resulting in at least 36 deaths and over 2,000 arrests. The protests began as a reaction to the economic crisis but have spread to 27 of the country's 31 provinces. The Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) reports that 34 of the dead were protesters and 2 were members of the security forces. Iranian authorities have not released an official death toll but confirm the deaths of three security forces personnel. BBC Persian has confirmed the deaths of 20 people. Additionally, over 60 protesters have been injured. Reports indicate that tear gas was accidentally used at a Tehran hospital during the clashes, raising concerns for the safety of the injured and medical staff. The use of tear gas near a hospital is considered dangerous and irresponsible. The escalation of the crisis in Iran is causing international concern and increasing the likelihood of further violence and instability in the region. The lack of transparency from Iranian authorities regarding the number of casualties and arrests exacerbates the situation and makes it difficult to assess the true extent of the crisis.