Ongoing protests in Iran have entered their 18th day, with a rising death toll estimated between 2,500 and 15,000. The protests, the largest since the 1979 revolution, stem from frustrations over inflation and government policies. Reports indicate widespread violence, arrests, and human rights abuses, with security forces accused of using live ammunition against protesters. Eyewitness accounts describe dire conditions in hospitals and arbitrary arrests, with families facing threats and censorship regarding their deceased relatives. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)