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Solidarity with Iran: 300 demonstrators demand freedom in Nuremberg
Around 300 people demonstrated in Nuremberg for human rights in Iran, demanding solidarity and an end to the mullahs' regime.
Solidarity with Iran: 300 demonstrators demand freedom in Nuremberg
In Nuremberg, around 300 people stood on Jakobsplatz today to demonstrate for human rights in Iran. This protest was organized by the “Iranian Nationalist Association” and took place in solidarity with the numerous demonstrators in Iran who are suffering under a repressive regime. The participants shouted loudly: “Go away, go away, go, the mullahs have to go” and held up posters calling for “Freedom and Peace for Iran”. Sarina Chaharmahali, one of the co-organizers, urged international support to bring much-needed attention to the situation in Iran and put more pressure on the regime. BR.de reports on this moving rally.
The situation in Iran is extremely worrying as protests against the country's leadership have for the time being been silenced. Governments have used brutal force to crush the protests, resulting in lives lost and injuries in recent weeks. It is estimated that around 12,000 people have died in the recent unrest, although these figures have been widely circulated on social media but are not verified. According to the human rights organization Iran Human Rights, there are at least 3,400 documented deaths. ZDF.de provides further information on these worrying developments.
Increase in violence and oppression
The tense situation is reinforced by a coherent strategy by the Iranian government to target protesters. There were reports of violent clashes and targeted shots at demonstrators. Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) reports at least 2,615 deaths, while Amnesty International speaks of at least 2,000 verified deaths and calls for international action. In addition, figures from HRANA and Iran Human Rights indicate that more than 10,700 people have been arrested since the unrest began. These numbers far exceed previous waves of protests, reinforcing the urgency of international attention. Tagesschau.de summarizes the essential facts.
The brutality of the Iranian security forces' response has also led to overload in hospitals, which are overwhelmed by the high number of victims. It is hoped that reporting on the violence and ongoing protests will generate an international response that benefits the people of Iran who long for freedom and human rights.