Several universities in Tehran on Tuesday, January 9, witnessed widespread protests and anti-government slogans in solidarity with the merchants' strike. Students at several major universities in the capital and provinces left their classrooms, calling for other sectors to join the nationwide protests. In Tehran, students at 'Science and Industry' University held a rally, shouting anti-government slogans to those who have not yet joined the protests: 'We do not want spectators, join us.' Similar gatherings were held at 'Tehran', 'Sharif Industrial', 'Beheshti', and 'Kharazmi' universities, where students chanted against the regime. At Sharif University, protesters directly targeted the leadership and the Supreme Leader with their anti-government slogans. Meanwhile, the student newsletter 'Amirkabir' reported that due to the heavy presence of security forces in the courtyard of Amirkabir University (Polytechnic), students formed their protest circle outside the university space at 'Said Gate'. At Beheshti University, students emphasized their resistance and quest for freedom by chanting anti-government slogans. Additionally, reports from 'Science and Culture' University in Tehran and 'Yazd' University indicate that students protested with anti-government slogans. This wave of protests in universities coincides with demonstrations in some areas of Tehran, including the 'Vanak' neighborhood and 'Molla Sadra' street, where people also showed solidarity with the students by marching and chanting anti-government slogans. Simultaneously, the strike and protests of merchants and other citizens have entered their third day in Tehran and several other cities.
University Uprising in Iran; Students' Shouts Against the Government on the Third Day of Protests and Strikes
Students at multiple universities in Iran are protesting against the government, demanding solidarity from other sectors amidst ongoing strikes by merchants. This marks a significant escalation in the protests, reflecting widespread discontent with the regime. The situation highlights the growing unity among various social groups against government repression.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
Students across several universities in Iran protested against the government, demanding solidarity from other sectors amidst ongoing merchant strikes. This marks a significant escalation in anti-government sentiment and mobilization.
- Protests occurred at major universities in Tehran and other provinces.
- Students called for unity among various social groups to join the protests.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran has a history of student activism, often at the forefront of movements against the government. Economic difficulties and political repression have fueled recent unrest.
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