Iran's Nationwide Protests Take Deadly Turn as Security Forces Crack Down on Demonstrators.
Videos obtained by our team reveal a chaotic and violent scene at the Ilam Hospital in western Iran, where security forces stormed the premises in the early hours of January 4th. The footage shows armed personnel wielding shotguns and tear gas canisters, attempting to subdue injured protesters who were seeking medical attention.
Just hours before the hospital attack, reports emerged of a similar crackdown in Arkavaz, another town in the same region, where security forces opened fire on protesters gathered there. This escalation marks a turning point in the nationwide protests that have been raging since December 2025, with demonstrators driven by widespread discontent over Iran's economic crisis.
According to HRANA, at least 36 people have lost their lives so far as the protests continue to spread across the country. The situation remains precarious, with security forces showing no signs of backing down on their efforts to quell the demonstrations.
The violence is a stark reminder of the government's increasing desperation in response to the mounting unrest. With each passing day, it appears that Iran's leaders are running out of options, and the international community is growing increasingly concerned about the fate of the protesters and the future of the country.
Videos obtained by our team reveal a chaotic and violent scene at the Ilam Hospital in western Iran, where security forces stormed the premises in the early hours of January 4th. The footage shows armed personnel wielding shotguns and tear gas canisters, attempting to subdue injured protesters who were seeking medical attention.
Just hours before the hospital attack, reports emerged of a similar crackdown in Arkavaz, another town in the same region, where security forces opened fire on protesters gathered there. This escalation marks a turning point in the nationwide protests that have been raging since December 2025, with demonstrators driven by widespread discontent over Iran's economic crisis.
According to HRANA, at least 36 people have lost their lives so far as the protests continue to spread across the country. The situation remains precarious, with security forces showing no signs of backing down on their efforts to quell the demonstrations.
The violence is a stark reminder of the government's increasing desperation in response to the mounting unrest. With each passing day, it appears that Iran's leaders are running out of options, and the international community is growing increasingly concerned about the fate of the protesters and the future of the country.
watching those videos of security forces storming hospitals and attacking injured protesters is just heartbreaking... 36 lives lost already? it's like they're just trying to suppress the voices of the people who are just seeking change and a better future for themselves and their families. we need to keep spreading awareness about what's happening in iran and putting pressure on our leaders to do something 
. On one hand, I think security forces gotta step in to maintain order, you know? Can't have complete chaos 
, but at the same time, I feel bad for those protesters who are just trying to get medical attention and express their grievances. It's like, what's the point of having protests if people aren't even gonna listen? 
But on the other hand, I don't think anyone should die over economic issues... like, can't we all just have a chat about it instead of resorting to violence? 
The government's gotta make some tough decisions, but this crackdown is super concerning 
. And honestly, even though I think the protesters' cause might be legit, I also don't want to see innocent people caught in the crossfire 
. It's all so... complicated 
I'm really worried about what's happening in Iran right now... the way security forces are cracking down on protesters is just heartbreaking 
. And to think that 36 lives have already been lost, it's just devastating 
. I do wonder if the government is trying to intimidate the protesters into shutting up, but it seems to be having the opposite effect 
. It's not just about human rights now, it's also about preventing more innocent lives from being lost 
. We need to keep supporting those on the ground who are fighting for change 
.
we can't just sit back and watch this situation unfold, we need to take action now 
. Something needs to give, stat! 
. What's really sad is that most of these people are just trying to express their discontent over economic issues - they're not even asking for a revolution or anything radical like that 
. I hope someone can do something to stop this violence and find a peaceful solution soon 
. Give me good ol' fashioned whole milk any day! And don't even get me started on the so-called "environmental benefits" of switching to plant-based... I'm all for saving the planet, but not if it means sacrificing taste and convenience 
. What's your take on this?
my heart goes out to the 36+ victims already, hope more ppl speak out against this violence soon! 
. It's like they're more interested in crushing dissent than finding a solution to the economic crisis. And what really gets my goat is that the international community is still doing nothing about it 
. We should be holding our leaders accountable for their actions, not just sitting back and watching as innocent lives are lost. The footage of those protesters getting maced with tear gas is just heartbreaking