Protests erupted in Iran on February 11, with demonstrators voicing anger over economic hardship, executions, and systemic corruption. Major cities like Tehran and Dehdasht saw escalating tensions, while various groups, including healthcare workers and families of death row prisoners, rallied for their rights. The ongoing civil unrest highlights deep dissatisfaction with the Iranian government amid severe economic challenges.
On February 11, widespread protests erupted across Iran as various groups, including workers, nurses, and defrauded homebuyers, expressed their frustration over economic hardships and government mismanagement. Cities such as Tehran, Bushehr, Qazvin, and Gilan saw demonstrations as individuals rallied against pressing issues like inflation, unpaid wages, and increasing executions.
Tensions rose in Dehdasht, western Iran, where protesters attempted to seize Police Station No. 12 amidst escalating anger. Demonstrators in the city’s central gold market square called for solidarity against government oppression, while video footage displayed their confrontations with security forces, highlighting a broader movement across social media advocating for unity.
In Tehran, nurses at Rasoul Akram Hospital protested working conditions and unpaid wages, chanting: “Empty promises are enough, our tables are empty!” The protest underscores the deteriorating state of Iran’s healthcare system amidst the economic downturn.
Families of death row prisoners and civil rights advocates gathered outside Evin Prison, calling for an end to political executions. Holding images of incarcerated individuals, they displayed banners reading: “No to executions!” This protest coincided with the ongoing ‘No to Executions Tuesdays’ campaign, which condemns Iran’s increasing use of capital punishment.
In Bushehr, contract workers at the Fajr Jam Gas Refinery echoed similar frustrations, chanting: “Enough with promises, our tables are empty!” Mismanagement and sanctions have severely impacted the oil and gas sector, leading to a wave of labor unrest amid economic turmoil.
Victims of the National Housing Plan protested in Qazvin, expressing dissatisfaction with the government’s failure to deliver promised homes. Their demands highlights a nationwide housing crisis exacerbated by rampant inflation and corruption in real estate dealings, as they chanted: “Protest is our undeniable right!”
In Gilan, workers at Foolad Khazar Steel Plant staged a strike due to unpaid wages and job insecurities, pointing to a growing trend of labor activism driven by reduced purchasing power due to inflation. Across the country, discontent among workers is increasingly visible.
Furthermore, violent security operations occurred in Khash, southeastern Iran, where authorities used live ammunition during a raid, arresting local resident Mahmoud Shahnawazi without proper charges. These escalated actions particularly target Baluch-majority regions, reflecting deep-seated ethnic tensions.
Incidents in Chabahar revealed a violent police raid where homes belonging to Baluch residents were demolished without warning. Meanwhile, in Kerman, grieving parents confronted the Minister of Education over the government’s negligence related to a bus crash that killed top students, demanding accountability during a public demonstration.
As the Iranian rial continues to plummet and market instability grows, the economic crisis fuels mounting public outrage. These protests represent a significant expression of dissatisfaction with the current regime’s handling of Iran’s numerous crises.
The recent protests in Iran reflect widespread dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of economic hardships, systemic corruption, and human rights violations. As public anger escalates, various sectors of society are voicing their demands for change and accountability. This wave of civil unrest signals a critical moment for Iran, as citizens increasingly challenge the regime’s authority.
Original Source: www.ncr-iran.org
