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Over 30 people killed during mass protests in Iran
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- 23 September, 2022
- 12:29
At least 36 people died in a crackdown on mass protests in Iran sparked by the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, Report informs, citing AFP.
While the country's authorities do not disclose the exact number of victims, the state television said the figure may reach 26 people.
Amini was detained and beaten by morality police for 'an improperly worn hijab'. She died in hospital on September 16.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi told a press conference in New York that Amini's death will be thoroughly investigated.
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