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Violent protests against petrol prices continue in Iran, the death toll is expected to increase

Tehran(94 News, these efficiency) At least 50 people have been killed in violent protests in Iran since Friday against an increase in the price of petrol.

Protests have been going on in Iran for the past three days against the increase in petrol prices and the government has blocked internet access across the country.

According to media reports, human rights organizations and videos posted on social media have reported new deaths, but Iranian authorities have so far confirmed only three deaths, while according to various reports, the number of deaths from clashes during protests and violence by Iranian security forces is higher than that. 13 Times more.

The Iranian government last Friday in the price of petrol 50 It was increased to a percentage and rationed. He said that the move was aimed at helping cash-strapped citizens. Thousands of Iranians are protesting violently against the sudden hike in petrol prices in various cities. Iranian security forces personnel opened fire to disperse the protesters.

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