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Breaking: Reports Claim Iranian Security Commander Killed Amid Nationwide Protests
Iran is in deep trouble. Its residents have had enough of watching the economy go down the tubes and angry protesters are flooding the streets all over the country.
Social media reports emerging from Iran suggest that Mohammad Kowsari, described as the Intelligence and Operations Commander of the Imam Hassan Security Unit in the western city of Kermanshah, has been killed.
The claims, which surfaced on Wednesday afternoon, come against a backdrop of intensifying anti-government protests, bazaar strikes, and clashes in the region.
According to initial posts on X (formerly Twitter), Kowsari was allegedly involved in intelligence gathering, arrests, and the suppression of demonstrations in western Iran, particularly in Kurdish-majority areas.
The reports first appeared from a Kurdish activist account, @rebaz_sharifi, stating that Kowsari had been "eliminated." A subsequent repost by another user echoed the details, noting Kowsari's role in "security operations and protest suppression."
Kermanshah, a province with a significant Kurdish population, has been a hotspot for unrest, with recent X posts describing regime forces firing live ammunition at demonstrators.
Broader nationwide protests have escalated in recent days, including strikes in bazaars and chants against Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, amid economic grievances and calls for regime change.
The identity of the reported victim has raised questions, as it may overlap with a more prominent figure: Mohammad Esmail Kowsari, a current Iranian parliamentarian and former Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) commander known for his role in suppressing protests in Tehran during the 2022-2023 uprisings.
This development, if confirmed, would mark another flashpoint in Iran's turbulent internal security landscape. Protests that began over economic issues have evolved into broader anti-regime actions, with reports of casualties on both sides. In nearby Lorestan province, for instance, a young protester was reportedly killed by security forces earlier today.
The IRGC, which oversees units like Imam Hassan, has historically played a key role in quelling dissent in border regions.
As the situation develops, independent journalists and human rights organizations are monitoring for further details. Iranian authorities have not responded to requests for comment, and access to information remains restricted due to internet blackouts in affected areas.