Deaths from Iran's crackdown on protests pass 2,500 : NPR
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Key Points:
- Iran's judiciary head, Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei, announced plans for swift trials and executions of protest suspects despite warnings from U.S. President Donald Trump against such actions.
- The crackdown on nationwide protests has resulted in at least 2,586 deaths, with the Human Rights Activists News Agency reporting the highest death toll in decades, surpassing unrest since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
- The U.S. has threatened strong action, including possible military intervention, while Iran accuses the U.S. and Israel of orchestrating the protests and has hinted at preemptive strikes.
- Iran experienced widespread fear amid ongoing security presence, with schools closed and citizens fearful for safety; a mass funeral was held for about
