Iranian Police Arrest Mourners
Reuters reports that Iranian police disbursed and arrested mourners who gathered at a Tehran cemetery. The purpose of the event was to commemorate victims of the unrest that followed the country’s disputed June presidential election. Mirhossein Mousavi, who was defeated in the recent election was forced by authorities to leave the cemetery. Mousavi and... »
Violent Protests in Iran (Neda)
Violent protests over the alleged rigging of the Presidential Election on June 12 continue in Iran. Thousands of opposition protesters flooded the streets in Tehran, undaunted by a warning from Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader, not to continue demonstrations. Security forces responded with live rounds, batons and tear gas. Witnesses said that... »
