Protests erupt in Iran after government raises price of gas by 50%
(The Guardian Iran)

One person killed as violence flares during demonstrations blocking traffic in several cities Protesters angered by Iran´s raising of government-set gasoline prices by 50% blocked traffic in major cities and clashed with police after a night of demonstrations punctuated by gunfire. At least one person has reportedly been killed.The protests put renewed pressure on Iran´s government as it struggles to overcome the US sanctions strangling the country after president Donald Trump unilaterally withdrew America from Tehran´s nuclear deal with world powers. Related: Three killed by security forces in Baghdad protests Related: Iran has `military advantage over US and allies in Middle East` Continue reading...