This is the terrifying moment an Iranian regime truck ploughed into a crowd of protesters, killing one and injuring three.
Shocking footage shows a black truck with flashing lights speeding down a packed road.
As the vehicle moves forward, people make a desperate attempt to flee in all directions.
Independent TV network Iran International reported hearing terrified screams as one woman died and three others sustained injuries.
On January 8, Yahyawi Square in the northwest city of Ardabil captured the horrific footage.
At the time, Iranian authorities were at the height of their brutal crackdown on protesters.
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Reports indicate that since the protests started in late December, at least 50,834 people have faced arrest.
At least 6,876 people have also died, according to the US-based Human Rights Activist News Agency.
However, other human rights organisations have reported the number to be much higher, with some estimating that more than 30,000 people have been killed.
Meanwhile, US and Iranian officials will convene for their first meeting since the start of the regime’s violent campaign.
Upcoming talks in Muscat, Oman, on Friday are expected to play a key role in determining whether the US will consider renewed military action against Iran.
Oman has previously hosted several rounds of nuclear talks between the US and Iran.
Although the Trump administration has not officially confirmed the talks, the White House has expressed eagerness for the meeting.
The US recently shot down an Iranian drone.
It comes despite rising tensions, including the US shooting down an Iranian drone that came dangerously close to a US aircraft carrier on Tuesday morning.
Iranian boats from the regime’s Revolutionary Guard also reportedly attempted to intercept a US-flagged ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran has not yet acknowledged any of these incidents, but so far, none have derailed the possibility of talks between Washington and Tehran.
White House press secretary Carolyn Leavitt stated that the U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff is planning talks with Iranian officials in Turkey this weekend. special envoy Steve Witkoff is planning talks with Iranian officials in Turkey this weekend.
President Donald Trump consistently prioritises diplomacy, but Leavitt noted that cooperation is essential.
Despite diplomatic efforts, Trump has not ruled out the possibility of fresh military action if talks fail.
“Right now we’re talking to them; we’re talking to Iran, and if we can find some solutions, that would be great,” Trump said.
“And if we couldn’t, bad things would probably happen.”
Iran has issued a warning of retaliation in the event of an attack on American bases and ships.
Trump’s initial calls to Tehran focused on urging the regime to “stop killing” protesters and warning against executing detained protesters.
However, his focus has since shifted to negotiating a new deal on Iran’s nuclear programme.
