Tehran/IBNS, Jan. 1 -- Iranis witnessing its deadliest wave of protests in three years as demonstrations triggered by economic collapse spiral into violent clashes with security forces, leaving multiple people dead across several provinces.

What began as anger over a plunging currency and soaring prices has evolved into a broader expression of frustration with Iran's clerical leadership, marking one of the most serious domestic challenges the country has faced since the 2022 Mahsa Amini uprising.

Authorities have confirmed fatalities among both protesters and security personnel, while rights groups report an even higher death toll.

The unrest has spread beyond Tehran into western and southern provinces, underscoring the depth of econom...