On the first day of market activity in Tehran following recent closures, the streets of the capital have once again become a scene of protests. Shopkeepers and protesters, with their large presence in Hafez Street and Istanbul Square, have conveyed their dissatisfaction to the authorities.
Severe Clashes and Use of Tear Gas
Since noon on Sunday, gatherings around the Charsu Market and Aladdin Shopping Center have escalated into severe clashes between protesters and law enforcement. Reports indicate that security forces have fired tear gas at the crowd, and the number of protesters in central Tehran is increasing.
As night fell, a new wave of protesting citizens emerged in the Narmak area, tearing down street signs and blocking roads. These actions reflect a growing discontent in society, and it seems that these protests will soon take on a larger scale.
Images released from these protests depict a horrifying view of the current situation in Tehran and have raised questions in the minds of citizens about the future of these protests and the responses from the authorities.