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Iran bloodbath: activists say nearly 2,900 killed

Activists and rights groups say Iran's brutal crackdown on nationwide protests has killed nearly 2,900 people as the regime tightens control, the supreme leader blames the US, and reports surface that security forces may have used toxic agents

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2,900 - Reported deaths in Iran protests

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'It's time to look for new leadership in Iran' — Donald Trump

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"We have subsidized Denmark, and all of the Countries of the European Union, and others, for many years by not charging them Tariffs, or any other forms of remuneration. Now, after Centuries, it is time for Denmark to give back — World Peace is at stake! China and Russia want Greenland, and there is not a thing that Denmark can do about…"