Over the past 12 days, protests across Iran have left at least 45 people dead, including eight minors, according to human rights groups. More than 2,000 people have been arrested, according to activists.

Tonight, authorities imposed an internet shutdown for the first time since the unrest began, as the crackdown intensified. The protests were sparked by economic grievances, with opposition figures, including the exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, calling for continued demonstrations.