Iran Protests Intensify: 3 Children Killed, 40 Minors Arrested Amid Crackdown

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News18•05-01-2026, 18:10
Iran Protests Intensify: 3 Children Killed, 40 Minors Arrested Amid Crackdown
- •Iranian regime protests escalate, resulting in 3 children killed and over 40 minors arrested in 8 days.
- •HRAI reports 990 arrests and 20 deaths overall, with protests spreading to 78 cities due to economic woes.
- •Mostafa Falahi (15) and Rasul Kadivarian (17) identified among child victims, killed by security forces.
- •Witnesses describe "war zone" conditions, security forces firing directly at protesters, including children.
- •Human rights groups condemn indiscriminate targeting of civilians, citing international law violations.
Why It Matters: Intensifying Iran protests see children killed and minors arrested, drawing international condemnation.
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