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Live Report – Day 25 of Iran Protests: Basij Base Attacked in Tehran as Nationwide Clashes Continue and European Parliament Voices Support

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Day 25 Live Report: Street battles across Iran, regime bases torched in Tehran, and growing international backing for the uprising Key Highlights from Day 25 of Iran Protests Nationwide Protests and Street Battles – Day 25 🔴 Update – 6:30 PM CET | Luxembourg Parliament Unanimously Moves to Terror-List the IRGC In a major political development supporting the Iran Protests, the Parliament of Luxembourg on Tuesday, January 30, unanimously adopted a resolution—with all 60 members voting in favor—calling for the terrorist designation of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The resolution urges the European Union to take active and immediate steps toward formally listing the IRGC as a terrorist organization. The vote took place during an official parliamentary session attended by Luxembourg’s Foreign Minister Xavier Bettel. Key Points of the Resolution In Zahedan, on Tuesday night (30 Dey), rebellious youth blocked enemy access routes with fire, chanting “Death to the oppressor, whether Shah or Leader.” The action disrupted security movements despite continued repression. In Kermanshah, on Tuesday night, protesters engaged in intense street battles and running clashes with IRGC forces and special units across multiple districts of the city. In Rasht, on Tuesday, rebellious youth carried out a bold offensive against special units, engaging in street confrontations and pursuit battles in several areas. In Mashhad, on Tuesday, protesters fought street battles with heavily armed special-unit forces as clashes spread through urban neighborhoods. Tehran: Basij Base Targeted – Atabak Neighborhood In Tehran, on Tuesday (30 Dey), rebellious youth launched a bold attack on the anti-people Malek Ashtar Basij base in the Atabak neighborhood. The operation marked a significant blow to regime infrastructure in eastern Tehran. European Parliament: “Iran’s People Deserve Freedom” During a session of the European Parliament, its president, Roberta Metsola, paid tribute to those killed in Iran’s uprising: “The European Parliament pays tribute to the bravery of all those killed in Iran with a moment of applause, not silence.The people of Iran don’t need silence. They have been kept forcefully silent for 47 years.They deserve to be free.” In addition, numerous Members of the European Parliament spoke out in support of the Iranian people’s uprising, emphasizing: What Happened The Iran Protests, now in their 25th day, continue to expand in scale and intensity. Despite brutal repression, protesters across the country persist in street resistance, targeted actions against regime bases, and explicit rejection of both past and present dictatorships. At the same time, international support—particularly from European institutions—is becoming more vocal, reinforcing the legitimacy of the Iranian people’s struggle for freedom.

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Live Report – Day 24 of Iran Protests: Tehran Hospitals Overwhelmed as Street Battles Spread Nationwide

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Day 24 Live Report: Exclusive hospital testimony from Tehran, fierce clashes across major cities, and resistance exposed despite internet blackout Key Highlights from Day 24 of Iran Protests EXCLUSIVE – Tehran Hospital Testimony In an exclusive report obtained by Simay Azadi, a hospital shift worker in Tehran described scenes of mass casualties, stating that hospitals are overwhelmed with the dead and wounded. “Blood was flowing everywhere in the city… Everyone is mentally shattered. The death toll is extremely high.” According to the witness, regime forces opened a neighbor’s car and killed two of their sons and two grandchildren. The source further reported execution-style shootings of wounded protesters inside hospitals, highlighting the scale of violence being carried out against civilians. Tehran Street Battles – Monday Night, 29 Dey On Monday night (January 9, 2026), rebellious youth engaged in fierce street battles with heavily armed special units along Jomhouri Street in Tehran. Saadat Abad: Resistance Revealed After Internet Blackout Following the gradual reopening of internet access, newly published footage revealed the scale of resistance in Saadat Abad, Tehran. The video—recorded during the afternoon of Thursday, January 8, 2026—shows a woman providing a moment-by-moment live account as clashes unfold, counting burning vehicles: “One car, two cars, four cars…” Field reports and images show that after security forces responded to a public gathering with live fire and brutal violence, unarmed civilians launched courageous counter-attacks, setting fire to multiple vehicles and suppressive units.The scenes reflect accumulated public anger and legitimate resistance, demonstrating that repression has strengthened, not silenced, the uprising. Nationwide Clashes – Day 24 In Tabriz, on Monday night (January 9, 2026), rebellious youth carried out a bold offensive against special units, engaging in street battles and running clashes across several neighborhoods. In Izeh, on Monday night (29 Dey), protesters engaged in fierce clashes with IRGC and special-unit forces throughout the city, continuing resistance despite heavy repression. Mrs. Rajavi: Judiciary Threats Signal Mass Executions In a post published on X, Mrs. Maryam Rajavi warned that threats by the head of Khamenei’s judiciary calling for “swift punishment” are a clear signal of the regime’s intent to carry out mass executions. Mrs. Rajavi wrote that: together constitute Khamenei’s all-out war against the Iranian people. She emphasized that the anger and determination of the people and Iran’s rebellious youth are far stronger than repression, and that this resolve will ultimately overwhelm the ruling criminals. What Happened The Iran Protests, now in their 24th day, represent a nationwide uprising against decades of dictatorship, executions, and systemic repression. The regime’s escalation—from street massacres to hospital executions and judicial threats—has failed to suppress resistance. Instead, it has deepened public fury and reinforced the determination of a population resolved to overthrow the ruling system.

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Live Report – Day 23 of Iran Protests: PMOI Resistance Units Member Martyred as Uprising Continues Nationwide and Abroad

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Day 23 Live Report: Martyrdom of Abbasali Ramazani, street battles across Iran, and international solidarity in Paris Key Highlights from Day 23 of Iran Protests UPDATE 9:00 AM CET Martyr of Day 23 – Abbasali Ramazani (PMOI Resistance Units) In Mashhad, Abbasali Ramazani, a 74-year-old member of the Resistance Units of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK), was martyred by direct fire from Khamenei’s IRGC forces on Vakilabad Boulevard during the uprising. Ramazani was a veteran political prisoner from the 1980s, repeatedly arrested and imprisoned in 1968, 1976, the 1990s, and again during the 2021–2022 uprising on charges related to his support for the PMOI. Released conditionally in August 2024 due to heart disease—with an electronic ankle monitor—Ramazani immediately resumed resistance activities, including financial support for needy families. In a recorded clip from Mashhad, he publicly pledged: “For the uprising and (the regime’s) overthrow, I am ready till the end.” 🚨 Iran Protests Update — Video of @Mojahedineng Martyr Abbasali Ramazani (Ramezani) “For the uprising and the regime’s overthrow, I am ready till the end.” These are the words of Abbasali Ramazani, spoken before he was killed by regime fire—now a martyr of Iran’s nationwide… https://t.co/ugBlxazaaG pic.twitter.com/3Wi1Wo8rMW — SIMAY AZADI TV (@en_simayazadi) January 18, 2026 In another video from August 2021, supporting the Khuzestan uprising, he chanted: “Death to the oppressor—no Shah, no Leader.” He remained steadfast until his martyrdom. Nationwide Protests and Street Battles – Day 23 In Kermanshah, on Sunday night, 28 Dey, rebellious youth engaged in intense street battles with special units and IRGC forces in Taq-e Bostan, continuing nightly confrontations. In Tehran, on Saturday night, 27 Dey, protesters launched a bold attack against special units along Valiasr Street, chanting “Death to Khamenei” and “Death to the dictator.” In Khoy, resistance actions escalated sharply: International Solidarity – Paris On Sunday, January 18, Iranian freedom supporters and Resistance activists gathered at Place Saint‑Michel, holding a solidarity demonstration with Iran’s uprising. The rally featured: French public figures, including Dominique Attias, joined the event in support of the Iranian people’s struggle. Demands raised by demonstrators: What Happened The Iran Protests, now in their 23rd day, represent a sustained nationwide uprising against decades of repression, executions, and dictatorship. The martyrdom of veteran PMOI Resistance members like Abbasali Ramazani underscores the continuity between past and present struggles, while ongoing street battles and international solidarity show a movement that is both deeply rooted inside Iran and increasingly echoed abroad.

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Live Report – Day 21 of Iran Protests: Nationwide Street Battles, Tehran on Full Alert, and New Martyrs Identified

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Day 21 of Iran Protests Live Report: Fierce clashes in multiple cities, regime mobilizes 52,000 forces in Tehran, Defiant Youth carry out 60 operations, and 32 more martyrs confirmed Key Highlights from Today’s Iran Protests Live Developments – Day 21 🔴 Update – 7:30 PM CET (Friday, January 16, 2026) Kermanshah – Thursday night (25 Dey): Rebellious youth fought bold street battles with armed special units and IRGC forces in the Anahita neighborhood.1 Tehran – Friday night (26 Dey): Rebellious youth engaged in street battles with special-unit forces along Soltani Street, confronting advancing security units. Qom – Friday night (26 Dey): Protesters blocked enemy access routes with fire and clashed with special-unit forces during nighttime confrontations. In Kermanshah, on Thursday night (25 Dey), rebellious youth continued intense street battles with special-unit forces. During armed clashes and reciprocal gunfire, Basij member Morteza Hashmati was killed. Update – 8:30 AM CET (Friday, January 16, 2026) In Tehran, clashes spread across the city. On Thursday night, protesters engaged in bold confrontations with special units in Imam Hossein Square. On Friday night (26 Dey), further street battles were reported in Tehranpars, with protesters confronting special units and regime forces in direct engagements. In Ilam, on Thursday night, protesters sustained running street battles with armed special units and IRGC forces, confronting security advances amid heavy repression. In Mashhad, on Thursday night, protesters engaged in fierce street battles with special units and IRGC forces across multiple streets. In Saveh, on Thursday night, rebellious youth clashed with armed special units on Motahari Street, as unrest expanded to additional provincial cities. Regime Forces on 100% High Alert in Tehran The Iranian Resistance urged vigilance among compatriots, especially rebellious youth in Tehran, as regime forces remain on full alert. 52,000 suppression forces deployed in Tehran, including: Key security measures reported: Defiant Youth Operations Despite the regime’s killing spree and internet blackout, Defiant Youth carried out 60 anti-oppression operations across Iran, targeting centers of repression and setting fire to regime symbols and banners, aimed at spreading resistance and morale nationwide. Martyrs of the Nationwide Uprising – New Names Released The People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) announced on Friday, January 16 (26 Dey 1404) that it has released the names of 32 additional martyrs of the nationwide uprising after verification. Six of the martyrs are women.With this update, the total number of identified martyrs whose names have been published has reached 162. What Happened The Iran Protests are the continuation of a nationwide uprising rooted in decades of repression, economic hardship, and state violence. As the regime escalates militarization—especially in Tehran—protesters and organized resistance networks continue to confront armed forces, while verified reports of martyrs and mass repression underline the human cost of the uprising.

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Live Report – Day 19 of Iran Protests: Street Battles Continue in Tehran, Mashhad, and Western Iran

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Day 19 Live Report: Sustained urban clashes as protesters confront special units across multiple cities On Thursday, January 15, 2026 (25 Dey 1404), the nationwide uprising entered its nineteenth day, as Iran Protests continued with intense nighttime street battles in Tehran, Mashhad, and several western cities, marked by close-quarters confrontations with heavily armed security forces. Key Highlights from Today’s Iran Protests: Tehran Flashpoints: Fierce street battles erupted in Tehranpars, Yousef Abad, and Gorgan Street as protesters confronted special units across multiple districts. Mashhad Resistance: Protesters clashed with special units and IRGC forces across city streets during nighttime confrontations. Western Iran Battles: Sustained clashes continued in Eslamabad-e Gharb and Khoy despite heavy gunfire by security forces. Live Report – Day 19 Developments 🔴 Update – 9:30 PM CET (Thursday, January 15, 2026) Update 11:00 AM CET – Day 19 Developments In Tehran, on Wednesday night (January 14) and continuing into Thursday, protesters engaged in running street battles with armed special-unit forces in Gorgan Street. Additional clashes erupted in Tehranpars, where protesters launched attacks and forced security units into prolonged confrontations. Earlier, severe clashes were reported in First Square and Third Square of Tehranpars, as well as Rashid Street. In Yousef Abad, protesters fought trench-to-trench street battles against heavily armed special units. In Mashhad, protesters engaged in street-level battles across multiple neighborhoods, confronting special units and IRGC forces as clashes spread through city streets. In Eslamabad-e Gharb, protesters sustained bold confrontations with special units despite continuous live fire by security forces. In Khoy, protesters engaged in intense street battles with heavily armed special-unit forces across the city. A call received by Simay Azadi details a terrifying crackdown in Manzariyeh and Banafsheh Town: Regime forces swarmed residential buildings, beating residents. • Security agents are storming rooftops to confiscate or destroy satellite dishes. • Travel between Tehran and Karaj is reportedly strictly controlled. Regarding over 50,000 arrests made by the regime during the nationwide Iran protests, Mrs. Maryam Rajavi, the NCRI’s President-elect wrote: The mass killing of young people and the wave of arbitrary arrests are clear evidence of Khamenei’s desperation in the face of the people’s uprising. I call on the international community to take immediate action to secure the release of all detainees and to dispatch, without delay, an independent international fact-finding mission to inspect Iran’s prisons. What Happened The ongoing Iran Protests are rooted in deep public anger over political repression, economic hardship, and decades of authoritarian rule. What began as scattered demonstrations has evolved into a sustained nationwide uprising, with protesters repeatedly returning to the streets despite lethal force, mass arrests, and escalating militarization by state security forces.

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Live Report – Day 18 of Iran Protests: Mass Public Backing, Street Battles, and New Victims Identified

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Day 18 Live Report: Widespread street confrontations, public support in Tehran, and confirmation of additional victims nationwide On Tuesday night, January 13, 2026 (23 Dey 1404), the nationwide uprising entered its eighteenth day, as Iran Protests continued with severe street battles, open public backing in major cities, and new confirmations of victims from across the country. Key Highlights from Today’s Iran Protests: Tehran Mobilization: Large crowds backed protesters during intense street battles in Sadeghieh, Theater City, and Ashrafi Esfahani. Nationwide Resistance: Sustained urban confrontations continued in Shiraz, Tabriz, Karaj, Ilam, Kermanshah, and Urmia. Victims Identified: Opposition sources confirmed the identities of 38 additional victims, including five women, as the nationwide death toll remains above 3,000. Live Report – Day 18 Developments 🔴 Update – 11:00 PM (Tuesday, January 13, 2026) Iran Protests – Arrests Nationwide Exceed 50,000, Opposition Says The People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran announced that the total number of arrests and detentions linked to the nationwide uprising has exceeded 50,000 people across Iran from December 27, 2025, to January 14, 2026 (7 Dey to 24 Dey 1404). https://twitter.com/en_simayazadi/status/2011554532896203085 According to the statement, groups of detainees were arrested en masse at protest scenes, with some later released; however, the exact number of those released remains unknown. Surprise arrests and detentions carried out through raids on homes, neighborhoods, and shuttered workplaces are continuing. The figures are based on detailed investigations covering 144 cities, with additional inquiries conducted in 76 cities through eyewitnesses, families, local workers, and detainees. The organization emphasized that obtaining precise and comprehensive figures is only possible through an independent international fact-finding mission with access to all regime prisons and detention centers. The statement also recalled remarks made on May 6, 2025, by Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, the head of Iran’s judiciary, who admitted that during the 2022 uprising, authorities had opened “around 90,000 cases.” He acknowledged that those targeted included students, schoolchildren, teachers, workers, women, and men from across different social classes, warning at the time about the political consequences of mass prosecutions and imprisonments. 🔴 Update – 3:00 PM CET Iran Protests – Widespread Clashes and Funeral Rallies Across Multiple Cities On Tuesday, January 13 (23 Dey 1404), protests and confrontations between citizens and regime forces continued across Tehran and numerous cities nationwide. In Tehran, large crowds gathered Tuesday night in Sadeghieh, chanting “Death to the dictator.” Protesters engaged in street battles with special units in Haft-Hoz, Pirouzi, Theater City, Ashrafi Esfahani, Tehranpars, and Valiasr. Nighttime demonstrations were also reported in Ekbatan. In Nazi Abad, security forces fired pellet shots, injuring several protesters. Earlier Tuesday morning, funeral processions for fallen protesters were held at Behesht-e Zahra Cemetery, with chants of “Death to Khamenei.” In Mashhad, clashes between protesters and security forces resulted in the killing of one colonel and three Basij members who had opened fire on demonstrators. In Kermanshah, street battles continued throughout the night between rebellious youth and security forces. In the Taq-e Bostan area, forces fired directly at civilians. The regime reportedly deployed reinforcements to Kermanshah from Qasr-e Shirin, Ravansar, and Javanrud. In Shahr-e Babak, Kerman Province, a war-like situation prevailed, with hundreds arrested. Reports indicate the city’s intelligence chief had been wounded in earlier clashes. In Kerman, heavily armed security forces were deployed in the streets, and families were reportedly extorted large sums to recover the bodies of victims. Tuesday night clashes were also reported in Shiraz, Ilam, and Karaj, as protesters confronted special units across multiple neighborhoods. In Tabriz, Abarasan remained a flashpoint for continued street battles. In Isfahan, protesters set fire to Basij motorcycles during clashes. Additional reports from Tuesday night include: In Tehran, on Tuesday night, protesters engaged in severe and widespread street battles with special units in Sadeghieh, with large numbers of residents openly supporting the protesters and chanting “Death to the dictator.” Further confrontations erupted in Theater City and along Ashrafi Esfahani Boulevard, where protesters fought close-quarters street battles with IRGC forces across multiple intersections. In Shiraz, protesters maintained continuous street resistance against armed IRGC forces, extending unrest into the seventeenth consecutive day in the city. In Tabriz, rebellious youth fought fierce street battles with special units in the Abarasan district as security forces attempted to advance. In Karaj, protesters confronted armed special-unit forces during sustained nighttime clashes. In Ilam, protesters engaged in close-quarters street battles with armed IRGC and special-unit forces. In Kermanshah, street-to-street battles continued as protesters confronted IRGC forces across multiple neighborhoods. In Urmia, protesters maintained street-level resistance despite continuous live fire by special units. Additional Update – Victims of the Nationwide Uprising The People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran announced on Tuesday, January 13, that it has identified 38 additional victims of the nationwide uprising following verification and confirmation. Five of the newly identified victims are women. Iran Uprising | 31 Martyrs IdentifiedThe @Mojahedineng has announced the names of 15 additional martyrs of Iran’s nationwide uprising, bringing the total number of identified martyrs to 31 so far. Among the newly identified victims are two teenagers aged 14 and 15, and two… https://t.co/a8jsZeX1mm pic.twitter.com/KjS7PZ3mUL — SIMAY AZADI TV (@en_simayazadi) January 6, 2026 The announcement follows a statement issued on January 12, confirming that the total number of victims nationwide has exceeded 3,000 since the uprising began on December 27, based on investigations conducted through local sources, hospitals, forensic medicine centers, and families across Iran. Identified Victims (38): Siamak Rashed (54) – Tehran – Jan. 11Mahmoud Mousavi (29) – Qeshm Island, Hormozgan – Jan. 10Javad Ganji (39) – Tehran – Jan. 9Ali Dehghan Jouqan (55) – Tehran – Jan. 9Bahram Zahedi (42) – Rasht, Gilan – Jan. 9Mojtaba Ghorbani (33) – Rasht, Gilan – Jan. 8Ako Mohammadi (22) – Qeshm Island, Hormozgan – Jan. 8Khaled Malaei – Bandar Abbas, Hormozgan – Jan. 8Mohammad Mohammadlou – Bandar Abbas, Hormozgan – Jan. 8Helako Ivani – Eslamabad-e Gharb, Kermanshah – Jan. 8Bayat Sobhani (40) – Paveh, Kermanshah – Jan. 8Amirali Heidari – Kermanshah – Jan. 8Sajjad Feyzi – Kermanshah – Jan. 8Mohammad Jafari – Kermanshah – Jan. 8Erfan Jameh-Shouraee

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Live Report – Day 17 of Iran Protests: Undeclared Martial Law, Mass Killings, and Nationwide Resistance

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Day 17 Live Report: Power blackouts, rooftop snipers, mass casualties, and street battles across Iran On Monday, January 12, 2026 (22 Dey 1404), the nationwide uprising entered its seventeenth day, as Iran Protests intensified amid undeclared martial law in major cities, widespread power and internet blackouts, mass casualties, and sustained street battles across multiple provinces. Key Highlights from Today’s Iran Protests: Isfahan Under De Facto Martial Law: Rooftop snipers deployed as protesters retained control of surrounding districts and torched banks and regime institutions. Mass Killings Exposed: Bodies reported stacked at forensic centers in Tehran and Karaj, with morgues overwhelmed nationwide. Nationwide Night Battles: Heavy clashes erupted across Tehran, Isfahan province, Khuzestan, Kermanshah, Kurdistan, and southern cities. Regime Centers Targeted: Banks, tax offices, police vehicles, and Basij bases were set ablaze across multiple provinces. Night Update – Tuesday Night, January 13, 2026 Live Report – Day 17 Developments In Tehran, on Monday night, protesters engaged in sustained street battles with special units and IRGC forces in Punak, Elahiyeh, Ariashahr, Haft-Hoz, and Sadeghieh, despite regime-imposed power outages. Protesters also set fire to a security-force gathering site on Kargar Street. Earlier the same day, funeral processions for fallen protesters were held, with crowds chanting “This year is the year of blood—Seyed Ali will be overthrown.” In Isfahan, reports indicate an undeclared state of martial law, with snipers positioned on rooftops of mosques and schools in central areas. Despite this, surrounding districts—from Najafabad and Falavarjan to Sepahan Shahr and Baharestan—remained under public control. Rebellious youth set fire to banks and a regime-backed city council building at Se-Rah-e Simin and Malekshahr, while running street battles continued across Chaharbagh, Shamsabadi, Shohada Street, and Hakim Nezami. In Kerman, close-quarters clashes persisted across multiple neighborhoods as protesters confronted special units and IRGC forces throughout the night. In Izeh and Ahvaz, nightfall brought renewed street battles between protesters and IRGC special units, with clashes spreading across central districts. In Kermanshah, widespread street clashes erupted Monday night, while in Mahidasht, sustained confrontations between protesters and IRGC forces continued. In Sanandaj, protesters carried out street-level confrontations, blocking enemy routes with fire. In Meshkan, Fars Province, protesters torched a law-enforcement vehicle. Earlier actions included the torching of a tax office in Kish, arson attacks on regime-linked banks in Bandar Abbas, and stone assaults forcing special units to retreat in Tehran. Further reports revealed mass casualty concealment. In Tehran and Karaj, large numbers of bodies were reportedly stacked inside and outside forensic medicine facilities, with families summoned for identification. In Bandar Abbas, bodies were transferred to a warehouse as the city was placed under heavy security lockdown. Reports from Kahrizak describe bodies transported by pickup trucks and families shown images on monitors, with reports of extortion for the release of bodies. Contextual developments from Sunday night, January 11, include the seizure of the governorate and torching of an IRGC base in Quchan, disarming of police in Babol, the killing of an IRGC commander in Ilam, and continued clashes in Mashhad, where a Basij base was set ablaze. What Happened The current wave of Iran Protests began amid deep public anger over political repression, economic hardship, and decades of authoritarian rule. What started as localized demonstrations has evolved into a nationwide uprising led by youth and grassroots networks, challenging the legitimacy of the ruling system despite blackouts, mass arrests, and violent crackdowns.

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Live Report – Day 16 of Iran Protests: Death Toll Surpasses 3,000 as Night Clashes Continue

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Day 16 Live Report: Regime killings exposed as protests and clashes persist across multiple cities On Sunday, January 11, 2026, the nationwide uprising in Iran entered its sixteenth day, as new figures revealed the scale of the regime’s lethal crackdown while Iran Protests and nighttime clashes continued in several major cities. Iran Protests: Simay Azadi EXCLUSIVE REPORT: IRGC Basij Base Seized in UrmiaSaturday Night, Jan 10 |Reports obtained exclusively by Simay Azadi confirm that rebellious youth in Urmia successfully took over a Basij paramilitary base during the night. pic.twitter.com/zzj17vIEuR — SIMAY AZADI TV (@en_simayazadi) January 11, 2026 Key Highlights from Today’s Iran Protests: Death Toll Exceeds 3,000: Verified reports confirm that more than 3,000 protesters have been killed nationwide since the start of the uprising. Crime Against Humanity: Maryam Rajavi condemned the killings as a major crime against humanity, calling for accountability. Night Clashes Continue: Heavy confrontations were reported in Tehran, Karaj, and Kermanshah on Sunday night. Latest Update 9:00 PM CET – Monday Night, January 12, 2026 Iran Protests – Nighttime Clashes and Defiant Funeral Rallies Exclusive Update – Tehran | Internet Blackout Iran Protests – Eyewitness Message from Tehran Describes Mass Killings Amid Total Blackout An eyewitness message received exclusively by Simay Azadi from Tehran describes an extreme escalation of violence amid a complete internet and electricity blackout across parts of the city: Update 3:00 PM CET – Reports On Sunday Night Clashes , January 11, 2026 Iran Protests – Escalation in Mashhad, Isfahan Province, and Karaj Live Report – Day 16 Developments UPDATE: 11:00 AM CET The People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran announced on January 11 that the total number of victims of the nationwide uprising from December 27 to January 11 has surpassed 3,000. According to the statement, the figure is based on verified investigations using local sources, hospitals, forensic medicine centers, and families of victims and the disappeared across 195 cities nationwide. The regime has been forced to broadcast images of some bodies on state television while falsely attributing them to “opponents” and “rioters.” Maryam Rajavi, President-elect of the Iranian Resistance, extended condolences to the Iranian people—particularly the families of the victims—and stated that this constitutes a major crime against humanity. She emphasized that those who ordered and carried out the killings will face justice in a free and democratic Iran. Nighttime Clashes – Sunday, January 11 What Happened The current wave of Iran Protests began amid deep public anger over political repression, economic hardship, and decades of authoritarian rule. What started as localized demonstrations has evolved into a nationwide uprising, driven largely by youth and grassroots networks, challenging the legitimacy of the ruling system despite violent crackdowns.

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Iran Protests Live Update – Day 15: Night Clashes, Arson Attacks, and Heavy Casualties

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Day 15 Live Report: Nighttime confrontations in Tehran and multiple cities as Iran Protests intensify On Sunday, January 11, 2026, the nationwide uprising entered its 15th day, as Iran Protests continued since early hours of Saturday night with coordinated street actions, armed confrontations, and attacks on regime institutions across several provinces, according to reports obtained by Simay Azadi. Key Highlights from Today’s Iran Protests: Live Updates – Iran Protests (Chronological) Update – 8:50 PM CET Exclusive: Heavy Nighttime Clashes Across Tehran and Multiple Cities Update 6:30 PM CET Reports from Iran indicate that today’s protests have kickstarted in Tehran’s Punack district. Iran Protests – 10 More Victims of the Nationwide Uprising Identified The People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran announced on Sunday, January 11, the identities of 10 additional victims of the nationwide uprising, following verification and confirmation. According to the announcement, five of the newly identified victims were from Kermanshah and were killed on January 8, 2026, after being shot directly by regime security forces during protests and clashes in the city. Two others, including one woman from Iranian Kurdistan, were killed in Tehran on January 8 and 9. Among the victims is a 16-year-old teenager killed in Tehran. Most of the victims identified so far were shot in the head. Identified Victims: Update 2:30 PM CET Iran Protests – Night Clashes and Arson Attacks Across Multiple Cities (January 10, 2026) Update 7:00 AM (CET) In Tehran, protesters blocked reinforcement routes on Ferdows Boulevard on Saturday night, January 10, setting fires and chanting “Death to Khamenei.” Further clashes were reported the same night between protesters and special units near 17 Shahrivar Street and Shadabad, as well as in Punak, where running street battles continued for hours. In Tehranpars, on Friday night, January 9, heavy gunfire was reported around Police Station 126. Footage obtained exclusively by Simay Azadi shows scenes resembling a war zone, with relentless automatic fire by the regime’s State Security Forces (SSF), some positioned on rooftops and firing toward surrounding streets. Amid the sustained gunfire, young protesters can be heard chanting “Death to Khamenei” and “Don’t be afraid,” defiantly continuing the Iran Protests under a hail of bullets. In Tehranpars earlier the same night, protesters also launched a bold offensive against special units, forcing them to retreat following intense clashes. On Saturday in Shiraz, protesters barricaded streets in Ma’ali Abad and Kooshk on Saturday night, confronting special units and IRGC forces. During the same night, protesters set fire to a branch of the Agricultural Bank, while additional road blockades were reported in Ghodousi-e Gharbi, where fires were used to cut off reinforcement routes. In Fardis, protesters engaged in repeated hit-and-run clashes with special units on Saturday night, forcing security forces to withdraw from several streets. In Urmia, protesters seized control of a Basij base on Saturday night, marking a significant escalation in the Iran Protests in northwestern Iran. In Ilam, protesters engaged in sustained clashes with special units and IRGC forces on Saturday night, with reports of intense street fighting and repeated advances by protesters. In Quchan, protesters clashed with special units on Saturday night, later setting fire to the governor’s office. During the confrontations, eight protesters were killed, according to reports received by Simay Azadi, marking one of the deadliest incidents of the night. What Happened The current wave of Iran Protests began amid deep public anger over political repression, economic hardship, and decades of authoritarian rule. What started as localized demonstrations has evolved into a nationwide uprising, driven largely by youth and grassroots networks, challenging the legitimacy of the ruling system despite escalating violence.

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