The shooting of people carrying fuel across the border led to protests that spread from the city of Saravan to other areas in the southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchistan, including the capital, Zahedan. The killings had triggered demonstrations in several cities across the province, during which the revolutionary guard and security forces fired lethal ammunition at protesters and bystanders, he said. “We call on the authorities to immediately restore Internet access in areas that remain disconnected,” he said. Iran has some of the lowest fuel prices in the world and has been fighting smuggling to neighbouring countries. Reporting by Stephanie Nebehay; editing by Emma FargeImage: FILE PHOTO: The United Nations flag is seen during the 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters in New York City, New York, U.S., September 24, 2019.

Source: Egypt Independent March 05, 2021 10:52 UTC