Why it matters:
All eyes are on the Iranian people to see whether they will abandon the Islamic Republic amid the pressure of the world's arrogant powers after a long history of the Iranian nation's fight against aliens and colonizers, which dates back to even before the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
The big picture:
Islamic Revolution freed Iran from Western dominance, allowing its people to reclaim their identity and pursue independence. Then, cultural and social values were restored, while sustainable development was put on the agenda. The Revolution inspired other nations to seek freedom from Western-backed puppets, demonstrating that unity and determination can empower nations to overcome significant challenges.
What they're saying:
AP reported Iranians marking the anniversary of the country’s 1979 Islamic Revolution, "the first such rally since President Donald Trump returned to the White House and restarted his “maximum pressure” campaign targeting Tehran."
WION reported millions of Iranians commemorating the 46th victory anniversary of the Islamic Revolution with nationwide rallies and their chanting "Death to America" and "Death to Israel," reflecting "Iran's longstanding opposition to the U.S. and Israeli policies."
Reuters focused on Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian as he questioned the U.S.' sincerity in seeking negotiations with Tehran while covering people chanting “Death to America” and "Death to Israel."
Al-Jazeera also covered Pezeshkian's speech at the national celebration for his philippic against the U.S. fake diplomacy and an emphasis on Iran's restraint from war.
NHK highlighted the Iranian President's lashed out at US President Donald Trump's approach of seeking negotiations while pressuring Tehran.
Xinhua touched on the Iranian President's address to the people in the 22 Bahman rally as he criticized the U.S. "maximum pressure" campaign against Iran that was aimed at undermining the foundation for negotiations.
Times of India said Tehran celebrated 46 years of equality, independence, democracy, and dignity while showing the crowd of Iranian people marking the occasion.
Times of Israel describes the event this way, "Ten of thousands rally in Tehran with banners of ‘Death to America’ and ‘Death to Israel’; one display depicts US president and Netanyahu behind bars"
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