Verified Statistics of Martyrs and Detainees

Iran HRM has documented the following verified dimensions of the catastrophe of killings during the nationwide uprising that began on December 28, 2025.

• Number of Deceased: At least 54 protesters (including at least 9 children) have been killed by direct fire from security forces. The death toll is significantly higher and will be announced after further verification.
• Mass Arrests: More than 2,200 people have been arrested in various cities, many of whom are held in secret detention centers (such as Soroush in Mashhad) undergoing torture for forced confessions.
• Points of Conflict: The scope of the uprising has expanded to more than 285 locations across the country, indicating the failure of the regime’s strategy of fear and terror.