Hali Norei mourns her niece, Robina Aminian, a 23-year-old aspiring fashion designer shot by Iranian security forces during protests in Tehran on January 8. The protests erupted over economic issues but escalated into calls for regime change, leading to a brutal crackdown with thousands reportedly killed. Witnesses describe horrific scenes of bodies and chaos, with concerns about mass graves and the regime’s efforts to suppress information. Amidst the turmoil, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced intentions for negotiations with the U.S., which many Iranians oppose, citing ongoing violence against their people.
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