A member of Iran’s security forces has been shot dead during protests in the city of Semirom, state media said Sunday, more than 100 days after Mahsa Amini’s death sparked nationwide unrest. “Security forces were deployed to establish order in the city and, in some cases, clashes occurred with several rioters,” the report said. Iranian officials say hundreds of people have been killed in the nationwide unrest, including members of the security forces, and thousands arrested. Last month, Iran executed two men, both 23, who had been convicted of attacks against security forces in connection with the protests. Campaigners said this week dozens of protesters also face charges that carry a potential death sentence.

Source: The Guardian January 01, 2023 10:04 UTC