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Iran Protests Leave 12 Dead

Iranians have taken to the streets in cities across the country to protest economic conditions and criticize the country's clerical leadership.

At least 10 people were reported killed in bloody street protests across Iran, while President Hassan Rouhani warned that his government would show "no tolerance" for those who incite unrest.

The deaths took place Sunday, which marked the fourth straight day widespread street

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