Riots erupt in Tehran over collapse of Iranian currency

  • 12 years ago
Demonstrations reached boiling point at the main bazaar in Tehran - the centre of trade and foreign exchange dealing.

Images from an unverified amateur video show protesters angry at the collapse of the rial, the Iranian currency.

Its value has plunged to record lows against the dollar.

Reports indicate tear gas was used and that there were arrests.

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