Death toll in Iran protests rises to 16, rights group says

At least 15 protesters and one member of security forces have been killed during the seven-day nationwide protests in Iran, US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) reported on Saturday.

Protests, strikes, or gatherings were recorded at 174 locations across 60 cities in 25 of Iran's 31 provinces over the past seven days, the report said.

At least 582 protesters including a significant number of minors have been detained, though the real number is likely higher due to reporting restrictions and security pressure, HRANA added.

Reports and verified videos show the use of live fire, tear gas, and physical force, as well as violent arrests in public spaces. Some injured protesters reportedly avoided hospitals for fear of arrest.