Archive · 26 Jan 2026
Iran Protests: 36,500 Reportedly Killed in Crackdown
There are reports that over 36,500 people were killed in Iran during protests on January 8 and 9.
The government is said to have used security forces to stop the protests in more than 400 cities.
The internet has been disrupted for a long time, making it hard to confirm the exact numbers.
If these reports are true, it would be one of the deadliest events of its kind.
The information comes from documents reviewed by a news organization called Iran International.
Over 36,500 Iranians reportedly killed by security forces during protests on January 8 and 9.
Internet disrupted for 400 hours, hindering verification of reports.
Clashes occurred in over 400 cities and towns across Iran.
More than 4,000 sites of clashes reported nationwide.
Data obtained from classified government documents and field reports by Iran International.
- Who
- Iranian demonstrators and security forces
- What
- Reported mass killings during protests
- When
- January 8 and 9
- Where
- Iran (400+ cities and towns)
- Why
- Nationwide crackdown on demonstrators
- Reported Deaths
- 36,500
- Duration of Internet Disruption
- 400 hours
- Cities/Towns Affected
- 400+
- Clash Sites
- 4,000+
- Source
- Iran International’s Editorial Board
