Iran Protest Death Toll Nears 5,000 as Regime Plans Fast-Track Trials

Iran’s protest movement has entered its fourth week with a rising death toll. Nearly 5,000 people have been killed since the demonstrations began in late December, according to sources. The regime has now announced it will begin fast-track trials for those arrested. These special courts are designed for rapid judgments. At the same time, security forces are using new tactics to detain protesters. They are surrounding hospitals and setting up ambushes to capture people who were injured during the rallies. The situation shows no sign of easing as the government moves to suppress the unrest through both the courts and force.