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Iran cracks down on women's rights activists ahead of protest movement anniversary

  • At least 11 women's rights activists were arrested in Gilan province, Iran ahead of the anniversary.
  • Additional arrests of activists, filmmakers and former protestors also occurred in Tehran.
  • The arrests are part of increased government detentions and raids targeting the 'Woman, Life, Freedom' movement.
  • Iranian officials claim 12 people were arrested in Gilan province.
  • The 'Woman, Life, Freedom' anniversary marks one year since the start of protests over women's rights.
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