Iran protests: activists say at least 35 killed and 1,200 detained

Activists report at least 35 people killed and more than 1,200 detained amid protests across many Iranian provinces, and Iran's presidency has acknowledged unrest in Ilam province and ordered an investigation.

Activists say at least 35 people have been killed and more than 1,200 detained during a week of protests that have spread across many parts of Iran. Demonstrations were reported in roughly 250 locations in 27 of the country’s 31 provinces. Iran’s presidency acknowledged unrest in Ilam province and announced that the Interior Ministry will form a special team to investigate. Activists and online footage reported security forces entering a hospital in Ilam, an event the presidency described as an "incident." Key reported details: - The U.S.-based Human Rights Activists News Agency reported 35 deaths, citing 29 protesters, four children and two members of security forces. - The group said more than 1,200 people have been detained and protests have reached about 250 locations in 27 provinces. - The presidency assigned the Interior Ministry to form a special investigative team for Ilam and acknowledged an incident at an Ilam hospital where security forces entered. - The semiofficial Fars news agency reported injuries among police and Basij personnel, while the government has not provided comprehensive nationwide statistics. Summary: Reported deaths and large numbers of detentions have heightened tensions, and the presidency has ordered a special Interior Ministry investigation in Ilam. Undetermined at this time.