January 1, Iran Protests Turn Deadly Amid Crackdown

Wyatt’s Take

• Iranian protests lead to hundreds killed
• Thousands detained as government cracks down
• Internet blackout hides full impact inside Iran

Iranian security forces have killed at least 490 protesters as demonstrations grow across the country.

About 10,600 people have been detained since protests began, according to a human rights agency.

Out of 538 reported deaths, 48 were members of security forces and the rest were protestors fighting for change.

“There are reports of protesters getting shot in the head.”

The Iranian government has not released the total number of casualties so far.

With the internet shut down and communication cut off, it’s tough to know the true scale of what’s happening on the ground.

America and Israel have been warned by Tehran that their troops could become targets if they intervene to protect Iranian protesters.

It’s hard to get solid numbers right now, but the suffering seems to be growing.

Middle America knows the value of standing up for freedom, even when it’s dangerous. Watching regular Iranians risk it all for their rights reminds us that the fight for liberty crosses borders and cultures. Their hope and courage matter to everyone who believes in basic freedoms.

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Wyatt Matters

Standing up to power has a cost, but liberty demands a voice. Seeing these struggles far from home should remind us why our freedoms matter and why we must always protect them.