Iran's Public Uprising Turns Bloody: Government Cracks Down with Unprecedented Force - Punjabi News

Published on: 12 Jan 2026 at 09:23 AM

Iran’s Public Uprising Turns Bloody: Government Cracks Down with Unprecedented Force

Published by: Gill Bikram

Iran’s Public Uprising Turns Bloody: Government Cracks Down with Unprecedented Force

The ongoing public revolt in Iran has taken a deadly turn. Reports from human rights organizations and international media indicate that the Iranian government is using excessive force to crush the movement.

Here are the top 10 updates related to the Iran crisis:

Rising Death Toll
Human rights groups have confirmed 538 deaths so far, including 495 protesters and 48 security personnel. However, the non-governmental organization IHR believes the actual figure could exceed 2,000.
Piles of Bodies in Hospitals
Chilling images are emerging from hospitals in Tehran and Rasht. According to a BBC report, one morgue contained 180 body bags. Healthcare workers say young people were shot directly in the head and heart.
US Issues Attack Warning
President Donald Trump stated in strong terms that Iran has “crossed the line.” The US is considering missile strikes, cyber weapons, and other aggressive military options.
Iran’s Retaliatory Threat
Iran’s parliament has warned that if the US attacks, it will target Israeli and American military bases and naval ships across the region.
Internet and Communication Blackout
The government has shut down internet and phone services nationwide to prevent news of the uprising from spreading and to stop protesters from coordinating.
Economic Woes Spark Revolt
The uprising began due to soaring inflation and the collapse of the rial currency. One US dollar now costs over 1.4 million rials, making daily life unbearable for people.
Protesters Labeled “Enemies of God”
Iran’s Attorney General has declared protesters “enemies of God,” implying they could face the death penalty. Supreme Leader Khamenei called them a “gang of thugs.”
Three Days of Mourning Declared
In a bizarre move, the Iranian government announced three days of mourning for those it considers “martyrs” in the fight against America and Israel.
Exiled Prince Appeals to Military
Reza Pahlavi, the exiled Iranian prince living in the US, has urged the Iranian military and government employees to abandon the “killer regime” and stand with the people.
Women Lead the Charge
Women are playing a pivotal role in the uprising, publicly removing their hijabs and burning Khamenei’s posters to express fury against the government.