Iranian protest deaths estimated at over 2,000, larger than in any recent unrest in country

Jan 13, 2026 - 17:01
Iranian protest deaths estimated at over 2,000, larger than in any recent unrest in country
Cars burn in an urban street as crowds gather

The death toll from nationwide protests in Iran spiked Tuesday to at least 2,000 people killed, activists said, as Iranians made phone calls abroad for the first time in days after authorities severed communications during a crackdown.