Student Protests Continue for Third Day at Tehran Universities Amid US-Iran Tensions
Students at several major universities in Tehran, including Tehran University, Al-Zahra University and Amirkabir University, chanted anti-government slogans for a third consecutive day, according to a Reuters report cited by Hasht-e Subh.
The report, dated Monday February 23, noted that flags were set on fire at some campuses. Videos from Al-Zahra University showed students chanting "We will take back Iran."
The protests come amid heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington. Reuters reported that the United States is considering options for airstrikes, while the US president has repeatedly threatened Iran, warning of "bad things" if negotiations fail to produce results.
Tehran has responded by stating it would target US bases in the event of an attack on Iran.
This follows the recent suppression of nationwide protests in Iran, which various sources say resulted in thousands of deaths, further straining bilateral relations.
Know more about this story?
If you have additional information or believe something is inaccurate, let us know. Your tips help us stay accurate.
More in International
Iranian Foreign Minister Affirms High-Level Diplomatic Engagement With Russia
Nearly 100 UN Member States Condemn Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Attacks as Threat to Global Economy
Iran Condemns US Seizure of Oil Tankers as Piracy
France Delivers 42 Tonnes of Humanitarian Aid to Afghanistan via EU Air Bridge
ReliableIranian Foreign Minister Affirms High-Level Diplomatic Engagement With Russia
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi affirmed that diplomatic engagement with Russia remains at the highest level following recent meetings with senior Russian officials. He stated that recent developments underscore the depth of the strategic partnership between Tehran and Moscow.
ReliableNearly 100 UN Member States Condemn Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Attacks as Threat to Global Economy
Nearly one hundred UN member states have condemned Iran’s recent attacks in the Strait of Hormuz as a threat to the global economy. Meanwhile, the White House confirmed it is reviewing an Iranian peace proposal to halt hostilities and reopen the waterway, though Washington’s core red lines remain in place.
ReliableIran Condemns US Seizure of Oil Tankers as Piracy
Iran’s Foreign Ministry has condemned the U.S. seizure of Iranian oil tankers in international waters, labeling the action as piracy and a violation of international law. Spokesperson Ismail Baghai called for accountability, warning that the detentions threaten global maritime security and free trade.
ReliableFrance Delivers 42 Tonnes of Humanitarian Aid to Afghanistan via EU Air Bridge
France has delivered 42 tonnes of humanitarian aid, including therapeutic food and medical supplies, to Afghanistan via the EU Humanitarian Air Bridge. The shipment will be managed by the UN to treat severe malnutrition in approximately 3,200 young children amid a broader humanitarian crisis.