Over the past month, at least 144 executions have been carried out, including 33 in the last ten days alone, according to data from the People’s Mojahedin of Iran (PMOI/MEK).
Nightly attacks on government installations continue, with a judiciary building in Kazerun being the latest target. To date, protests have spread across 282 cities in Iran. Casualty figures have surged, with over 750 protesters killed and more than 30,000 arrested, as reported by MEK.
Locals resisted government attempts to suppress memorial ceremonies and maintained control of main city streets, despite heavy security force presence. Clashes have resulted in injuries and property damage, as both sides resort to force.
#IranProtests at a Glance- Wednesday, May 31, 2023#IranRevoIution pic.twitter.com/2EXIgZwl40
— NCRI-FAC (@iran_policy) June 1, 2023
The MEK reports an attack on a judiciary building in Kazerun, as a symbol of defiance against the escalating execution rate, and in memory of MEK supporter Gholamreza Khosravi, executed nine years ago today.
The transfer of convicted Iranian diplomat-terrorist Assadollah Assadi back to Iran from Belgium has sparked international outcry. Assadi’s release, reportedly secured in exchange for a Belgian aid worker held hostage by Iran, was strongly criticized by 21 American dignitaries, who warned that such concessions only embolden state-sponsored terrorism and hostage diplomacy.
Further controversy surrounds the Iranian regime’s alleged use of the Petrochemical Commercial Company International (PCCI) to circumvent international sanctions. The National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI) U.S. Representative Office asserts PCCI’s role in funding the regime’s armed forces through oil and petrochemical sales.
June 1 – Abdanan, western #Iran
More footage of authorities dispatched several dozen security vehicles to confront the city's protesting youth. Reports indicate the security units fired live bullets and tear gas.#IranProtests pic.twitter.com/NB70el18Qc— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) June 1, 2023
A citywide strike was observed in Abadanan in protest against the killing of Kurdish student Bamshad Soleimankhani by regime agents.
Meanwhile, Iranian citizens suffer. Protestors gather demanding action on unpaid pensions, decrying low incomes and rampant inflation. Disabled individuals are rallying for their rights, drawing attention to the regime’s neglect. And banks, like the bankrupt Ayandeh Bank, face irate shareholders, while retirees fight for their pensions.
Kazerun, south-central #Iran
Brave youth attacked a regime judiciary building in response to increasing daily executions and in memory of MEK supporter Gholamreza Khosravi, executed 9 years ago for providing financial support to a dissident satellite TV network.#IranRevolution pic.twitter.com/RTISaMuRdg— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) June 2, 2023
The dissent is palpable; the people’s voice growing louder and the rallying cry is clear: change is demanded. This rising tide of unrest paints a picture of a nation desperate for economic stability, human rights, and a break from the shadow of oppressive rule.
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