Iranian security forces have reportedly opened fire on mourners marking 40 days since Mahsa Amini died in police custody.
An unveiled woman standing on top of a vehicle as thousands make their way towards the Aichi cemetery in Saqez
Iran’s semi-official ISNA news agency confirmed clashes took place on Wednesday between security forces and people taking part in the memorial ceremony. ‘A limited number of those present at Mahsa Amini’s memorial clashed with police forces on the outskirts of Saqez and were dispersed,’ the agency reported.Activists had called for protests across Iran to mark 40 days since Ms Amini died in police custody after being detained for ‘inappropriate attire’.
Her family have since challenged a state investigation that blamed pre-existing conditions for her death. Anger flared at the student’s funeral last month, with women ripping off their headscarves in solidarity.Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at
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