University students join economic protests spreading across Iran

TEHRAN: The protests that began in Iran against inflation have spread to 78 cities in 26 provinces, due to which the overall situation has become more tense.

Reports of clashes between protesters and security forces have also emerged in different cities.

According to a report by the Human Rights Activist News Agency (HRANA), 19 people have been killed so far during these clashes, while more than 50 protesters have been injured in shooting incidents.

The report also states that security agencies have arrested 990 people during the protests.

According to HRANA, university students are also participating in these protests in large numbers and separate protest activities are being seen by students in different cities.

The main reason for the protests is being said to be rising inflation and economic difficulties, which are affecting the lives of ordinary citizens.

Protesters say that the increase in the prices of daily necessities has made life difficult for them and the government should take immediate measures.

In view of the situation, the Iranian government has announced a financial relief package to reduce public pressure.

The government has said that the public will be given a monthly allowance of seven dollars for the next four months to reduce the effects of inflation to some extent.

Officials say that this measure is being taken as immediate relief, while other measures are also being considered to solve economic problems.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has also reacted to this situation and said that the legitimate demands of the protesters should be recognized.

He said that the public’s difficulties cannot be ignored, but at the same time he expressed his determination that any alleged conspiracy by foreign agents will be foiled.

According to him, on the one hand, the government will try to listen to and resolve the problems of the people, while on the other hand, it will also ensure that peace and order are maintained.