Mowlavi Abdolhamid on the Anniversary of 'Bloody Friday': Solve People's Problems to Achieve National Unity

Mowlavi Abdolhamid, the Sunni Friday prayer leader in Zahedan, spoke on the first anniversary of the massacre of opponents in Zahedan, known as 'Bloody Friday', urging the government to listen to the voices of all citizens and address their demands to foster genuine national unity. He reflected on the tragic events of last year, where over a hundred people were killed and around three hundred injured, emphasizing that such occurrences are rare globally and should not happen in a place where discussions about elections and unity are common. He called for justice for the perpetrators of this crime, expressing gratitude to the people for their patience and legal pursuit of justice, while noting that judges lack the independence they need due to external pressures. Mowlavi Abdolhamid addressed Iranian officials without naming the Supreme Leader, urging them to respond to national demands and not ignore the voices of all Iranians, asserting that the people are willing to forgive if their problems are addressed. He highlighted the economic struggles faced by the Iranian populace, criticizing the government's failure to resolve these issues and the ongoing discrimination against the Sunni and Baluch communities in Sistan and Baluchestan. He concluded by stating that the people's dignity and cultural worth should be acknowledged and that a national reconciliation could emerge if their voices are heard. He also requested that people refrain from chanting derogatory slogans against him, emphasizing the need for respectful discourse.