Iranian state television has made a rare admission. It acknowledged a high death toll in the nationwide protests. The broadcast said the country had a lot of martyrs. This statement comes amid intense international scrutiny.
International Pressure Mounts on Iran
The United States is escalating its pressure on Iran. President Donald Trump announced a new 25 percent tariff. This tariff targets any country that does business with Iran. The move aims to economically isolate the Iranian regime.
President Trump later addressed the protesters directly. He urged them to continue with their stir. Trump told them that help is on its way. This statement has raised tensions further.
Conflicting Reports on Casualty Figures
The number of deaths remains a point of contention. The UN human rights chief provided an estimate. She said the deaths amid the protests are in the hundreds. However, Iranian officials have given a different figure. They claim that 2,000 people were killed.
The European Union is also taking action. The EU chief has proposed sanctions against Iran. This proposal follows what she called a horrifying rise in casualties. The sanctions aim to hold the Iranian government accountable.
Iran Eases Some Restrictions
Amid this pressure, Iran made a small concession. The government eased some restrictions on its people. For the first time in several days, it allowed them to make phone calls abroad. People could use their mobile phones for international calls. This move appears to be a minor gesture.
President Trump has not stopped at economic measures. He has repeatedly threatened military action against Iran. These threats add significant stress to Iran's clerical rulers. The situation remains highly volatile.
The world is watching closely as events unfold in Iran. The combination of domestic unrest and international pressure creates a complex crisis. All parties are navigating a delicate and dangerous situation.
