Thursday, February 11, 2010

Isfahan: Despite Intimidation and Violence by Security Forces, People Resist

Isfahan: Despite Intimidation and Violence by Security Forces, People Resist


Iran News Agency - Isfahan (Noon): Large crowds gathered and were trapped on Si o Se pol Bridge. Since the people had no way to escape, security forces arrested large numbers of them. Not even the children and elderly were spared: a 12 years-old, as well as old men and women, have been arrested. The police are using extreme violence hitting people with chains, hoses, and batons.

The shops are closed in the area. No shots have been fired, but the security forces are generating loud aerial sounds to intimidate people.

Most people in their cars showed their solidarity by honking their horns.

Slogans chanted: “Have no fear, we’re all in this together” and “Death to Dictator.”

People report that they gather, chant slogans, then get dispersed. But they eventually gather again. The people have a strong presence in the area.

Translation by: Siavosh J.
Persian2English.com

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