Iranian woman attempts suicide due to economic reasons

Unemployment and poverty drove a woman to attempt suicide in the Yazd city of Iran.

News Center- A young woman, whose name is reportedly known, attempted suicide at the Altar Martyrs' Square Bridge, located in the Yazd city of Iran. The young woman was survived by people while she was trying to jump from the bridge. According to received reports, the woman tried to kill her due to economic reasons.

The local sources reported that the woman was taken to a hospital in the city and she still has a risk of death. In recent weeks, the suicide rate in Iran has increased. The suicide rate reveals the economic crisis in the country. In April, 84 people committed suicide or attempted suicide in 48 hours, according to reports from the press outlets in the country.