People in Iran are frustrated with a thunderstorm, while members of the Basij and IRGC forces appear to be fearful during each thunderclap.
Iranians who sought assistance from former U.S. President Donald Trump after the Dey 1404 (December 2021) protest massacre say they have not lost hope despite political changes and recent developments. Farshad Matouji, a member of the editorial board of Iran International, discusses this ongoing sentiment in an article titled "Payvasteh."
The Tasnim news agency, close to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), called for the "complete cancellation" of all negotiations with the United States and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz in response to ongoing clashes in Lebanon between Israeli forces and Hezbollah, which have resulted in 18 deaths in Lebanon and four Israeli soldier fatalities.
On [current date], U.S. Air Force F-16 fighter jets conducted a fueling operation during a patrol over the Middle East. U.S. forces in the region have maintained a presence and vigilance.
Hajar Naderi, mother of Matin Pourvizi, who was killed by government forces during protests on December 18, 2022, posted a video on her personal page showing herself next to her son's grave, stating she taught him to stand against oppression and not to hate. Matin Pourvizi, 18, was shot and killed by government forces with live ammunition while protesting in Sabze Meydan Square in Zanjan on December 18, 2022.
