Iran’s Nurses Resume Protests, Demand Improved Wages and Working Conditions
Nurses in Iran have resumed protests demanding improved wages and working conditions, amid a worsening economic crisis in the country.
The protests, which began in early August, have spread to several cities across Iran, including Tehran, Isfahan and Shiraz. Nurses are demanding a salary increase, better working conditions and more protective equipment.
The Iranian government has faced criticism for its handling of the protests, with some accusing it of using violence against protesters. The government has denied these allegations.
The protests are a sign of the growing discontent in Iran over economic issues. The country has been hit by a severe economic recession in recent years, due to a combination of factors including US sanctions and the COVID-19 pandemic.
The economic crisis has led to widespread job losses and rising prices, making it difficult for many Iranians to make ends meet.
The protests by nurses are a reminder of the challenges facing the Iranian government. The government is under pressure to address the economic crisis and improve the living standards of its citizens.
The protests are also a sign of the growing power of civil society in Iran. The Iranian people are increasingly willing to stand up for their rights and demand change.
Here are some of the key demands of the nurses:
- A salary increase
- Improved working conditions
- More protective equipment
The nurses have also called for the release of political prisoners and an end to the crackdown on dissent in Iran.
The protests have been met with a mixed reaction from the Iranian government. Some officials have expressed support for the nurses' demands, while others have condemned the protests as illegal.
