Why it matters:
International Quds Day remains one of the largest annual mobilizations in Iran supporting the Palestinian cause and opposing the Israeli regime, drawing massive participation across the country and other parts of the world.
The big picture:
Iran holds two major nationwide marches each year that symbolize national unity: the February 11 rallies marking the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution and the International Quds Day demonstrations.
This year’s Quds Day rallies will take place across cities nationwide, with organizers expecting massive participation.
International Quds Day was first established in 1979 by Imam Khomeini to mobilize global support for the Palestinian cause.
What he’s saying:
Ramezan Sharif, speaking at a press conference in Tehran:
“Each year, we witness two nationwide and massive rallies that symbolize our national unity: the February 11 march and the Quds Day march. This year, the Quds Day rally will be held on March 13.”
“More than 6,000 photographers, reporters, and cameramen, both domestic and foreign, will cover Quds Day rallies across the country, including over 200 international media personnel.”
“The Islamic Republic of Iran has led the struggle against the Zionist regime since the early days of the Islamic Revolution, ensuring the Palestinian cause remains alive.”
Key points:
- Quds Day rallies will be held simultaneously in major squares and cities across Iran.
- Thousands of Iranian and international journalists are expected to cover the nationwide demonstrations.
- Organizers say the event highlights solidarity with Palestinians and resistance against Israeli policies.
Go deeper:
The event comes as regional tensions remain high following the U.S.-Israeli war of aggression against Iran that began on February 28.
The escalation included the assassination of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, in an attack on Tehran, further intensifying regional tensions and calls for resistance against Israel.
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