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Rioters Reportedly Attack City Hall in Southeastern Iran

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Participants of violent protests ongoing in Iran have opened fire at the mayor's office in the city of Khash located in the Sistan and Baluchestan province, Iranian media reported on Friday.
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They shouted anti-government slogans and burned several cars before throwing stones and opening fire at the mayor's office, local media reports said.
Security forces quickly responded to the attack, which led to clashes, and several people were injured, according to the media.
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