Iranian authorities announced that Special Forces have detained the top organizers behind the recent protests and riots in the country. This operation was described as coordinated, targeting those believed to be responsible for inciting unrest among demonstrators.
The announcement comes amid ongoing tensions in Iran, where protests have been met with significant government response. Earlier reports indicated that Iranian President condemned the protests, alleging involvement of foreign terrorists in the unrest. For more on this, see our related coverage.
The situation in Iran continues to evolve, with protests occurring in various cities, including a significant demonstration in Tehran. For details on these events, refer to our coverage of the massive anti-regime protests.
No further details regarding the identities of those detained or the specific circumstances of the operation have been released at this time.
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