Let's talk Iran - July 30, 2021

Mothers of protesters killed by the regime’s security forces during Iran’s November 2019 protests rallied in the streets of Tehran on Friday, July 30, near the famous Azadi (Freedom) Square in support of recent protests, especially in Khuzestan province.

Mothers of November 2019 victims march in Tehran’s Azadi Square

A group of mothers of the victims of the November 2019 uprising marched in solidarity with the people of Khuzestan in Tehran’s Azadi Square around noon, on Friday, July 30. LINK

FULL THREAD HERE

Heshmat Alavi @HeshmatAlavi

July 30—Tehran, #Iran Mothers of young protesters killed during the Nov. 2019 #IranProtests by regime security forces held a march& gathering today in the Iranian capital against the regime and encouraging others to join their ranks. #خوزستان_تنها_نیست

2 crewmen slain in strike on Israeli-operated ship; Jerusalem blames Iran

Two crewmen killed in attack on ship operated by Israeli-owned firm Another Israeli-owned vessel reportedly came under missile fire in the Gulf of Oman in late March, possibly by Iran-backed forces. Suicide drone apparently targeted ship managed by Eyal Ofer’s Zodiac Maritime near Oman; company says British, Romanian staff died; reports that one of those killed was the captain. LINK

Heshmat Alavi @HeshmatAlavi

Remember the $152 billion in credit & cash that Obama allowed #Iran's regime to access? It funded terrorists & nuclear/ballistic missile programs. Not a dime was spent on the people. New money into Iran will fuel the regime's malign measures, such as developing suicide drones.

Ship tied to Israeli billionaire attacked off Oman, 2 killed

Senior Israeli official:
-This is an Iranian terrorist attack
-Two innocent people killed
-Killed Romanian is the ship's captain
-Killed Briton is the security guard
-The Iranians attacked the ship's structure with an unmanned aerial vehicle
-US official said it appears a so-called “suicide drone” was used in the attack
-Iran & Yemen’s Tehran-backed Houthi rebels have employed “suicide” drones in the past, unmanned aircraft loaded with explosives that detonate on impact with a target LINK

SEE FULL THREAD HERE

Heshmat Alavi @HeshmatAlavi

A ship reportedly came under attack off the coast of Oman in the Arabian Sea, a British military group said Friday. Reminder: #Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen had vowed to launch a military offensive on Friday.

apnews.comShip tied to Israeli billionaire attacked off Oman, 2 killedDUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — An attack on an oil tanker linked to an Israeli billionaire killed two crew members off Oman in the Arabian Sea, authorities said Friday, marking the first fatalities after years of assaults targeting shipping in the region.

Iran Attempting To Manipulate Trial Of Henchman

Just as the members of the Argentinean junta were held accountable in the 1980s, the same must be done in Iran for Ali Khamenei, Ebrahim Raisi, and all other officials involved in the regime's four decades of human rights violations. LINK

Iran’s Mass Murderers Must Face Trial

Western democracies like the US and EU states must hold the regime’s incoming president Ebrahim Raisi—dubbed as the “Butcher of Tehran”—to account and adopt a firm Iran policy. Meanwhile the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights needs to step in and set up an independent inquiry into the 1988 massacre. Otherwise from next week, the world will have to face off against a mass murderer leading the world’s number one state sponsor of terrorism. LINK

SEE FULL THREAD HERE

Heshmat Alavi @HeshmatAlavi

THREAD 1) Who is Ebrahim Raisi, the new president of the regime ruling #Iran? He is best known for his direct role in the summer 1988 massacre of thousands of political prisoners. The West can no longer justify appeasing this regime. #RaisiMassMurderer

Iran Parliament votes to restrict internet access amid escalating protests

The parliament agreed to discuss the bill requiring social media companies to have an office in Iran and be registered with the government. LINK

Iran: Internet Censorship Plan and Regime’s Deadlock

Regime’s insiders are voicing deep concerns over the public's reaction once the internet censorship plan is implemented. LINK

SEE FULL THREAD HERE

Heshmat Alavi @HeshmatAlavi

THREAD 1) #Iran’s parliament to ban foreign messengers in new bill Regime dictator: the internet is out of control! Following nationwide protests since 2017, the regime has constantly sought to block the public’s access to the internet. #Freedom

irannewswire.orgIran’s parliament to ban foreign messengers in new billIran’s parliament plans to pass a bill this week to “protect the rights of internet users and foreign apps”. In

Iran: Security forces arrest locals, minors after Khuzestan water protests

There have been several reports that security forces have been going to homes of civil activists and carrying out house arrests. LINK

SEE FULL THREAD HERE

Heshmat Alavi @HeshmatAlavi

THREAD 1) Footage indicates #Iran’s security forces have used force, including fired live ammunition, to crush peaceful protests, killing at least 8 protesters & bystanders, in 7 cities since protests over severe water shortages erupted on July 15. amnesty.org/en/latest/news…

‘How can a terrorist win gold?’: Korean criticizes IOC over Iran shooting victory in Tokyo2020 Olympics

Javad Foroughi is member of the terrorist designated Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Campaign group calls for International Olympic Committee investigation after ‘catastrophe’. LINK

SEE FULL THREAD HERE

Heshmat Alavi @HeshmatAlavi

THREAD 1) #Iran’s regime just sent a terrorist with shooting experience in Syria to win an #Olympics gold medal in the Men’s 10m Air Pistol shooting #Tokyo2020. Javad Foroughi is being described as a nurse who learned how to shoot a few years ago. The truth is quite troubling.