Tag: crackdown
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Iran Protests: 116 Killed as Crackdown Tightens
Overview: A Surge in Crackdown and Fatalities Protests sweeping across Iran have escalated in recent days, with at least 116 people reported killed as security forces intensify their crackdown. The latest wave marks a significant and alarming turn in a nationwide movement that began in response to political and social grievances. Authorities are using a…
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Iran Intensifies Crackdown as 116 Die in Protests; Attorney General Threatens Death Penalty for Participants
Overview: A crackdown marked by lethal force and legal threats In a rapidly deteriorating security situation, Iran has reported at least 116 deaths amid ongoing protests that have swept several cities. The government’s response has been characterized by a hardening stance from the judiciary and security services, with high-level officials warning that those taking part…
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Iran signals crackdown as protests threaten streets amid Trump support pledge
Iran signals crackdown as protests intensify Iran’s leadership signaled a hardening stance on nationwide protests, with top officials describing the unrest as a threat to security and public order. The comments came as the death toll from demonstrations rose to at least 50, underscoring the intensity of the protests that have swept multiple cities. The…
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Iran Signals Crackdown on Protests as Trump Pledges Support Amid Rising Death Toll
Iran Warns of Crackdown as Demonstrations Persist The Iranian regime signaled a renewed and forceful crackdown on nationwide protests, state media reporting Friday that security forces would step up actions against demonstrators. The development comes as the death toll from clashes between security services and protesters rises, with reports indicating at least 50 fatalities. The…
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Shut Down at Tanjong Pagar Plaza: Massage Shops Close as Refresh Push Accelerates
Singapore Tightens Crackdown Near Tanjong Pagar Plaza In recent months, about 10 massage and spa establishments at Tanjong Pagar Plaza have shuttered as part of a broader push to refresh the shopping centre and curb vice activities. The closures come after intensified enforcement operations targeting massage parlours, with authorities saying the measures aim to reclaim…
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Tanzania’s Post-Election Crackdown: HRW Documents Killings and Rights Violations
Overview of the Crisis Following Tanzania’s Elections The October 29 elections in Tanzania were followed by widespread protests and a swift government response that drew sharp condemnation from human rights groups. Human Rights Watch (HRW) released a statement detailing killings, arbitrary detentions, and other abuses allegedly carried out by security forces and local authorities in…
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Tanzania After Disputed Elections: HRW Warns of Killings and Crackdown
Overview: A Contested Election and a Sharp Turn to Violence Human Rights Watch (HRW) issued a stark warning about the post-election climate in Tanzania following the October 29 vote. The group reports that authorities responded to widespread protests with lethal force and other human rights abuses. The statements highlight a familiar pattern in which disputed…