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Iran Uprising at a Glance – Day 85
Based partially on reporting by PMOI (MEK) Network in Iran
Friday, December 9, 2022 – 8 PM GMT+1
- Days: 85
- Protests: 280 cities
- Fatalities: 700+ estimated deaths, 565 identified by MEK
- Detentions: 30,000+
On Friday, December 9, marking the 85th day of the nationwide uprising, merchants, and storeowners in the city of Sanandaj, the capital of Kurdistan Province, continued their general strike.
December 9 – Sanandaj, western #Iran
Locals are on strike and continuing the nationwide protests against the regime on the 85th day of the uprising.#IranRevolution2022#اعتصابات_سراسری pic.twitter.com/5xvhOnp9IG— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) December 9, 2022
Also on Friday, the people of Sistan and Baluchistan province, particularly women, held anti-regime protest rallies after Friday prayers, as has become the norm in recent months. The protest rallies took place despite heavy security measures by regime authorities, including the dispatching of a large contingent of forces to the province on Thursday. Protests were reported in Zahedan, Khash, and Pishin.
December 9 – Zahedan, southeast #Iran
Footage from today's anti-regime rallies showing protesters joining ranks while chanting "Death to Khamenei!"#IranRevolution2022#زاهدان pic.twitter.com/qaHW0BHuiO— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) December 9, 2022
Protesters also showed national solidarity across Iran’s ethnicities by holding signs that read “Kurds, Baluch, Arabs, Azeris are all brothers!” This goes against the regime’s long-standing campaign of trying to sow division across ethnic and religious lines. The people of Iran are united today in one goal: overthrowing the mullahs’ rule.
December 9 – Shiraz, south-central #Iran
Early Friday morning protesters attacked a state building used by the mullahs to promote their ideology of hatred, misogyny, and fundamentalism.#IranRevolution2022#مرگ_بر_ستمگر_چه_شاه_باشه_چه_رهبرpic.twitter.com/AnhLn3uIEJ— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) December 9, 2022
December 9 – Golpayegan, central #Iran
Early Friday morning protesters threw Molotov cocktails at the office of the local member of the regime's Majlis (parliament).#IranRevolution2022#مرگ_بر_ستمگر_چه_شاه_باشه_چه_رهبرpic.twitter.com/As2jnewofH— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) December 9, 2022
The protesters condemned the execution of Mohsen Shekari and called for the overthrow of the regime, called Khamenei a “disgrace” and vowed to avenge the hundreds of protesters killed by security forces during the nationwide uprising. “I will kill those who killed my brother,” “Death to the Basij and IRGC,” and “Death to the oppressor, be it the Shah or the Leader (Khamenei), the protesters chanted. The protesters demanded the release of the thousands of protesters who have been arrested in recent months, many of whom are under threat of being executed.
December 9 – Rudsar, northern #Iran
Locals are protesting the execution of #Mohsen_Shekari and continuing the nationwide protests against the regime on the 85th night of the uprising.#IranRevolution2022pic.twitter.com/Iyzrt3UlDE— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) December 9, 2022
In response to the brutal execution of Mohsen Shekari, the residents of Tehran’s Sattarkhan district held a large protest rally at night and chanted slogans against the regime and its leader. The protesters marched in the streets despite security measures and shouted, “Death to Khamenei!”, and “Death to the dictator!” “I will kill those who killed my brother!” and “We don’t want a child-killing regime!”
Tehran, #Iran
Regime security forces are seen attacking people in the capital's Ekbatan district and shooting at people's apartments.#IranRevolution2022#مرگ_بر_ستمگر_چه_شاه_باشه_چه_رهبر pic.twitter.com/tc9zzyrM1s— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) December 9, 2022
In Kermanshah, a large crowd gathered to hold a protest rally at the historic site of Taq-e Bostan. The security forces attacked and opened fire to disperse them. Clashes between security forces and protesters continued late into the night.
December 9 – Kermanshah, western #Iran
More footage of regime security forces opening fire on locals marching in the Taq-e Bostan Boulevard. Activists say security forces used shotgun pellet rounds and AK-47 assault rifles.#IranRevolution2022pic.twitter.com/VdifR2pKHf— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) December 9, 2022
In Sanandaj, protesters returned to the streets on Friday night to hold anti-regime protest rallies. Protesters chanted “Death to Khamenei!” and called for the overthrow of the mullahs’ regime.
Sanandaj, western #Iran
The home of a local regime agent was attacked by protesters using Molotov cocktails. #IranRevolution2022#مرگ_بر_ستمگر_چه_شاه_باشه_چه_رهبر pic.twitter.com/zrXxDoWHkX— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) December 9, 2022
December 9 – Darreh Shahr, western #Iran
Protesters attacked the local office of the state-run IRIB broadcasting organization with Molotov cocktails.#IranRevolution2022#مرگ_بر_ستمگر_چه_شاه_باشه_چه_رهبرpic.twitter.com/wyiowoysvU— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) December 9, 2022
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EU To Expand Sanctions on Iran Over Drones, Crackdown
The EU is set to impose more sanctions on Iran for drone supplies to Russia and a crackdown on protests over the death of Mahsa Amini, European diplomats said Friday.
The new measures will target around eight individuals and organisations involved in the manufacture and delivery of drones Moscow has used in the war on Ukraine, diplomats said.
Another 20 individuals and one organisation will be added to the asset freeze and visa ban blacklist over the repression of demonstrations that have rocked the regime, officials said.
UK Criticises China, Sanctions Russians and Iranians Over Rights
LONDON, Dec 9 (Reuters) – Britain sanctioned 10 Iranian officials connected to Iran’s prison systems. This included six people linked to the Revolutionary Courts that have been responsible for prosecuting protesters with sentences including the death penalty.
Nationwide protests that erupted after the death in police custody of 22-year-old Kurdish Iranian woman Mahsa Amini on Sept. 16 have posed one of the biggest challenges to the Islamic Republic since its establishment in 1979.
Canada Adds Sanctions on Russia, Iran, Myanmar Over Human Rights
Sanctions on Iran came a day after Iran hanged a man convicted of injuring a security guard with a knife and blocking a street in Tehran, according to the semi-official Tasnim news agency, the first such execution over recent anti-government unrest. Nationwide protests erupted after the death of 22-year-old Kurdish-Iranian woman Mahsa Amini in police custody on Sept. 16.
UPDATE: 8:30 AM CET
Imprisoned Protester Mohsen Shekari, 23, Executed on Khamenei’s Order
International call to adopt effective measures against the regime to stop executions, regime embassies must be closed, diplomats, and IRGC-MOIS agents expelled.
This morning, Thursday, December 8, the imprisoned protester Mohsen Shekari, 23, was hanged on Khamenei’s order. The regime’s judiciary announced: “Mohsen Shekari, a rioter who blocked Sattar Khan street on December 23, 2022, in Tehran and wounded one of the security guards with a machete, was executed this morning.”, According to the Judiciary’s news agency, Mizan, on December 8, the Supreme Court confirmed and announced the hanging by claiming that “Mohsen Shekari’s actions amounted to terrorizing the public…”
Iran’s Uprising Enters 84th Day as Regime Executed First Protester
Iran’s nationwide uprising is entering its 84th day on Thursday following massive nationwide protests marking the country’s annual Student Day that saw major unrest in Tehran, Mashhad, and dozens of other cities and towns throughout Iran.
Storeowners in at least 80 cities were on strike and dozens of universities and school across the country saw their students boycotting their classes. People throughout Iran were involved in an expansive three-day campaign that included anti-regime protests, rallies, gatherings, demonstrations, and marches.
Dr. Zahra Jalilian Dies in Suspicious Circumstances in Tehran
An elite Ph.D. student was killed at Tehran University by security services on December 4, 2022, according to social media reports. Zahra Jalilian, 30, studied Electrical Engineering at the School of Technology.
The circumstances of her death are suspicious; the authorities of Tehran University said she had committed suicide due to differences with her professor over the publication of her article. Social media reports, however, said she had been arrested during protests in Tehran and killed by IRGC forces under torture.
Iran’s Regime Hangs the First Protester – Day 84 of Revolution
On Thursday, December 8, 2022, the Judiciary’s Mizan news agency announced that the imprisoned protester Mohsen Shekari, 23, was hanged. “Mohsen Shekari, a rioter who blocked Sattar Khan street on December 23, 2022, in Tehran and wounded one of the security guards with a machete, was executed this morning,” Mizan wrote.
“This crime shows the regime’s fear in the face of the uprising; youths will not leave it unanswered,” said Mrs. Maryam Rajavi, the President-elect of the National Council of Resistance of Iran. “International call to adopt effective measures against the regime to stop executions, regime embassies must be closed, diplomats, Revolutionary Guards, and Intelligence Ministry agents expelled.”
Iran Protester Hastily Executed in Tehran; Another 39 Face Death
The Iranian regime hastily executed imprisoned protester Mohsen Shekari, 23, on the morning of Thursday, December 8, 2022. The Iranian Supreme Court rejected the appeal for Mohsen Shekari’s death sentence on the charge of Moharebeh (waging war on God) and carried out the sentence Thursday morning. Shekari is the first Iran protester executed by the Iranian Judiciary. Shekari was accused of using a machete against a member of Bassij, creating fear and terror, disrupting security by blocking Sattarkhan Ave. in Tehran, and deliberately wounding a Bassij member while on duty. Mohsen Shekari’s first trial was held on November 1 at the Revolutionary Court of Tehran.
Protest Demonstrations by the Iranian Resistance Supporters, Condemning the Criminal Execution of the Young Protester, Mohsen Shekari—December 8, 2022
December 8, 2022: Supporters of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) held protest demonstrations against the criminal execution of the young protester, Mohsen Shekari, in Berlin, London, and Aarhus. Mohsen, 23-year-old, was arrested for participating in the nationwide Iranian Revolution in Tehran in September 2022.
Zurich, Switzerland—December 6, 2022: Iranian Resistance Supporters Held a Photo Exhibition in Support of the Iran Revolution
Zurich, Switzerland—December 6, 2022: Freedom-loving Iranians and supporters of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) held a photo exhibition in memory of the martyrs of the nationwide Iranian Revolution.
Exhibition at the City Hall of Hesperange in Luxembourg in Support of the Iran Revolution—Women, the Force of Change—December 1, 2022
On Thursday, December 1, 2022, a photo exhibition of martyrs of the nationwide Iranian protests was held at the invitation of the advisory committee of the Hesperange municipality in Luxembourg in support of the Iranian uprising with the title; “Iranian uprising, women, the force of change.”
Freedom-Loving Iranians Demonstrations in Support of the Iran Revolution in Cologne, and Vancouver—December 2, 2022
December 2, 2022: Supporters of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) held rallies in solidarity with the nationwide Iranian Revolution in Cologne—Germany.
Washington, DC—December 4, 2022: Rally and Photo Exhibition in Front of the US Congress to Support the Iran Revolution
Washington, DC—December 4, 2022:Iranian-American community and supporters of the Iranian Resistance (NCRI and MEK) continued their rally and photo exhibition outside the US Capitol, supporting the nationwide Iran protests.
Iranian Resistance Supporters Rallies in Support of the Iran Revolution in Hamburg, Stockholm, and Aarhus—December 2, 2022
December 2, 2022: Freedom-loving Iranians and supporters of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) held rallies in solidarity with the nationwide Iranian Revolution in Hamburg—Germany, Stockholm—Sweden, and Aarhus—Denmark.
San Francisco—December 3, 2022: Iranian Resistance Supporters Rally and Photo Exhibition in Support of the Iran Revolution
San Francisco—December 3, 2022: Freedom-loving Iranians and supporters of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) held a rally and photo exhibition in memory of the martyrs of the nationwide Iranian Revolution. They also expressed their solidarity with the Iranian people’s uprising.
Also, read Iran News in Brief – December 8, 2022