Fact Check: Did Iran Kill 45,000 Protesters as Trump Claimed?

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Claimant: Donald Trump (R)

Claim: Iran killed 45,000 protesters.

Rating: FALSE

Explanation: Verified estimates are significantly lower, with confirmed deaths around 7,000. There is no credible evidence supporting the 45,000 figure.

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Date: 04/11/2026

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Last Updated on April 11, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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