From late on 8 January security forces surrounded protesters in and around Rasht's historic bazaar. Witnesses said people trying to flee the fire were shot and fire engines were blocked. According to HRANA at least 392 people were killed in Rasht. Officials blame protesters for the fire. Reported on 25 January by The Washington Post, after the internet returned.
Rasht bazaar massacre: protesters trapped as fire spreads
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