Iran unrest: About 2,000, including security personnel, killed; Tehran blames 'terrorists' January 13, 2026 at 01:18AM

An Iranian official reported approximately 2,000 deaths, including civilians and security forces, amid ongoing protests. Authorities attribute the violence to "terrorists" and armed groups, rejecting characterizations of the unrest as peaceful. The protests, now in their third week, have led to a heavy security response and information restrictions.