Fury in Iran as grieving relatives of killed protesters 'offered £28 gift card'

Over 7,000 people have been killed in the crackdown on the protests. (Image: Getty)

Grieving relatives of people killed in the protests across Iran have reportedly been offered a mere £28 gift card in compensation. According to messages seen by the news outlet Iran International, commanders from the Revolutionary Guards and provincial officials visited homes in the country's northern Golestan province. 

They reportedly travel in groups of six to 10, warning the families of the deceased about publicising their stories and giving the government's account of how the protests unfolded. Before leaving the homes, they hand over a folder containing a certificate of appreciation, and one or two gift cards to the value of 50 million rial (£28), witnesses claimed to the outlet.

President Masoud Pezeshkian announced the "economic relief" plan, which amounts to the average daily salary of a worker in Iran.

He said: "Any problems or shortcomings in society are a direct result of actions – therefore, it is essential that stakeholders and implementers are involved in all aspects of decision-making.

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian previously offered vouchers to stop the protests. (Image: Getty)

"Undoubtedly, direct interaction with the people – listening to their concerns, demands, and criticisms and working to persuade public opinion – plays a key role in reducing psychological and social pressures.