A group of students from the University of Art in Tehran issued a statement on July 2, reiterating their previous positions and repeating 'No to the Islamic Republic' in the name of 'the lofty freedom' and 'in memory of Saneh Jaleh.' The students emphasized in their statement: 'The time has passed when we would suppress our anger; today we are a thorn in the side of oppression. We stand with the families seeking justice, alongside the wounded from these dark years. We stand on this soil and do not tolerate silence.' The statement continued: 'We know that great victories do not happen overnight, and it is only through small and large actions and persistence that we can rebuild this house. Therefore, we are confident that darkness will pass. And we move forward, hand in hand, towards freedom.' According to 'Independent Media of the University of Art,' the students' statement added: 'No coercion, no repression, and no more violence will leave a scratch on the steel of our will because today an Iran stands behind us. We, a group of students from the University of Art, kiss the faces of each and every one of you, our free and brave brothers and sisters, and once again pledge to remain faithful to every clause of your loving treaties.' The students also noted: 'We will continue our struggle for a free Iran' and alongside you 'as long as we have breath, we will not submit to oppression' and 'we will prove that nothing will turn back.' For several weeks, students at the University of Art have protested against the 'mandatory hijab' for female students, staging protests and sit-ins. In the last week of June, these students launched a campaign titled 'No' in response to civil pressures, which received support from other universities and a large number of people and social media users. In this campaign, they addressed the Islamic Republic, stating that they have nothing to say to them except one word: 'No.'
The Continuation of Students' 'No' at the University of Art; Today a Thorn in the Side of Oppression
Students at the University of Art in Tehran have issued a statement reaffirming their opposition to the Islamic Republic, emphasizing their commitment to freedom and justice. They are protesting against mandatory hijab policies and have launched a campaign titled 'No' that has garnered widespread support. This movement reflects a significant push against oppressive measures in Iran.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
On July 2, students from the University of Art in Tehran reiterated their opposition to the Islamic Republic, emphasizing their struggle for freedom and justice through a campaign titled 'No.' This movement has gained traction and support from other universities and social media users.
- Students are protesting against mandatory hijab policies.
- The campaign 'No' has received widespread support across various platforms.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran has a history of student activism, particularly against oppressive government policies. The mandatory hijab has been a contentious issue, symbolizing broader struggles for women's rights and personal freedoms.
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