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Prisoners in Iran's largest jail have sewn their lips shut as part of a hunger strike protesting the surge in executions of anti-government protesters. The action reflects defiance against the Iranian regime amid increased executions.

Iran executed two anti-government protesters in public in Malekshahr city square, citing charges of 'waging war against God' and their conviction for tying up police officers and setting them on fire.

Anti-government protesters criticize a bill for a political inquiry into Oct. 7, calling it a bid to avoid a state probe. A relative of a slain hostage accused Netanyahu of using 'populist, fascist' tactics. The Knesset is expected to vote on the first reading of the bill soon.

Police in Bolivia clashed with anti-government protesters demanding President Rodrigo Paz's resignation, resulting in four wounded officers. Rural workers blocked roads for a month, causing food and medicine shortages in major cities.

Riot police in Serbia clashed with anti-government protesters following a rally. The confrontation occurred as demonstrators expressed opposition to the current government.

Bolivian riot police clashed with anti-government protesters in La Paz on Friday for the second time in a week as unions and Indigenous groups demanded President Rodrigo Paz's resignation.