'I saw it with my own eyes - they fired directly into lines of protesters, and people fell where they stood.' Omid, a 40-year-old protestor from southern Iran, described how security forces opened fire with assault rifles on unarmed civilians. The recent protests, sparked by worsening economic conditions, have become increasingly violent, leading to significant casualties. Eyewitnesses report that on a particularly bloody Friday, security forces targeted crowds, leading to a surge in fear among residents. Internet restrictions by authorities have further complicated reporting on the unrest, with international media being heavily restricted. In a separate account, a woman from Tehran recounted, 'Friday was a bloody day,' highlighting the pervasive atmosphere of fear and desperation. The death toll from the protests continues to rise, with local sources suggesting that the actual numbers may be much higher than reported due to limitations on external media coverage and data verification. Human rights organizations have cited at least 648 fatalities, while Iranian authorities deny the figures and claim that the protests are fueled by foreign interference. The growing tension within Iran raises pressing questions about government repression and international responses to these human rights violations.