Overview
- Fresh videos from cities including Abadan, Kangan, Sabzevar and parts of Gilan show tear gas, baton charges and the sound of gunfire, with reports of fatalities not independently confirmed.
- Large sections of Tehran’s markets remain shut as the currency slides and recent exchange‑rate unification drives sharp price spikes, including steep increases in cooking oil and staples.
- Footage and statements indicate tear gas was used next to Tehran’s Sina Hospital, with some gas entering the facility; officials dispute who fired, while the medical university confirmed gas deployment in the adjacent alley.
- Iran’s Defence Council issued a formal statement saying the country will not limit itself to responding after an attack, following warnings from the United States and public support statements from Israel for protesters.
- Connectivity reports show widespread slowdowns and outages as authorities prepare a tighter, nationalized network, with disruptions noted in major cities ahead of fresh calls for strikes and rallies.