Heavy deployment of Iranian Forces in Saqqez

In Saqqez, located in Eastern Kurdistan, Iranian security forces have been heavily deployed across streets and public squares coinciding with the third anniversary of the killing of Kurdish young woman, Jina Amini. This deployment aims to prevent any demonstrations or public gatherings.

16 September, 2025 20:22

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Images and videos circulated on social media depict a wide-ranging security campaign by Iranian forces intended to silence citizens and suppress any protest activities. A significant number of personnel from the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps were stationed around the Aychi cemetery in Saqqez, a symbolic site for gatherings in previous years.

Since early morning, shops and workplaces have closed their doors, and a general strike has been reported in some areas. Helicopters have also been observed flying over the city, indicating a heightened state of security readiness.

Jina Amini was killed following a severe beating by the Iranian "morality police" while she was visiting relatives with her family. Her death sparked the "Women, Life, Freedom" uprising, a movement protesting the violations committed against women by Iranian authorities.

ANHA