Protesters wounded after security forces open fire in Nurabad

Security forces opened direct fire on protesters during demonstrations on Thursday in the western Iranian city of Nurabad, in Lorestan province, wounding several people, according to eyewitness accounts and videos sent to Iran International.

An eyewitness said the shooting occurred during street demonstrations on Thursday, with videos showing protesters in the streets amid tense security presence.

The source also said a police vehicle was set on fire during the protests.

No official reports have been released on the number of those wounded or their condition.