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Iran verifies at least 5,000 deaths in nationwide protests

An Iranian official has said authorities have verified that at least 5,000 people were killed during recent protests across the country, including about 500 members of the security forces.

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Iran verifies at least 5,000 deaths in nationwide protests

An Iranian official has said authorities have verified that at least 5,000 people were killed during recent protests across the country, including about 500 members of the security forces.

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