Thursday, January 01, 2026

Iran Shut Down; Protestors Chant "Death to Khamenei"

Iran ground to a near standstill Wednesday as businesses, universities and government offices closed under a government-ordered shutdown amid protests caused by a growing political and economic crisis.

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... In the videos, protesters are seen chanting anti-regime slogans and confronting security forces in crowded streets.

Footage includes scenes of screaming and apparent gunfire, with demonstrators throwing objects and shouting, "Death to the Dictator" and "Proud Arakis, support, support." ...



#1 | Posted by LampLighter at 2026-01-01 01:34 AM

@#1

That may have a resonance here in the US.

Too soon to tell, though.


#2 | Posted by LampLighter at 2026-01-01 01:35 AM

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