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What is the latest on Iran protests?

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Protests in Iran have intensified into their third week, with hundreds reportedly killed and widespread defiance despite threats of arrest and death. Demonstrators demand regime change, targeting symbols of the Islamic Republic. The government continues a brutal crackdown, including internet blackouts and mass arrests, while international support for protesters grows. The situation remains tense, with no signs of retreat from either side.

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Protests in Iran intensifying despite threat of death for dissidents

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  • Protests in Iran have entered their third week with no end in sight 14s
  • Hundreds reportedly killed as government crackdown intensifies 18s
  • Videos show body bags and violence against protesters in Tehran 53s
  • Iranian regime warns of retaliation if U.S. launches airstrikes 2m 27s
  • Protesters demand removal of the supreme leader and regime change 2m 6s

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Protests in Iran intensifying despite threat of death for dissidents
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CBS News
24 hours ago
Protests in Iran intensifying despite threat of death for dissidents

Demonstrations enter their third week with no end in sight, hundreds reportedly killed, and protesters remain defiant despite threats of arrest and the death penalty.

Protests in Iran intensifying despite threat of death for dissidents
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CBS News
24 hours ago
Protests in Iran intensifying despite threat of death for dissidents

Iran's government, supported by paramilitary forces, continues to suppress dissent, maintaining both the will and apparatus of repression.

Protests in Iran defy government crackdown
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DW News
1 day ago
Protests in Iran defy government crackdown

Protesters continue to claim the streets, openly defying the regime despite a deadly crackdown and internet blackout.

Iranian protests continue as authorities escalate crackdown
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10 News First
2 days ago
Iranian protests continue as authorities escalate crackdown

Protests continue with no signs of slowing; the country remains tense, described as a powder keg awaiting a spark.

Iran protests near third week amid standoff with authorities
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DW News
3 days ago
Iran protests near third week amid standoff with authorities

Iran's streets remain tense, with neither protesters nor the state showing signs of retreat.

Iran experiencing nationwide internet blackout as protests intensify
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Al Jazeera
4 days ago
Iran experiencing nationwide internet blackout as protests intensify

Authorities implemented a nationwide internet blackout to disrupt communications, but protest activity and videos continue to surface.

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