Tens of thousands of pro-government demonstrators gathered in Tehran and other Iranian cities on Monday, responding to state-organized calls to condemn perceived foreign interference. The rallies, captured by CGTN Stringer footage, saw crowds at Azadi Square chanting slogans against U.S. and Israeli policies, which state media described as destabilizing influences.
Similar demonstrations occurred in Kerman, Zahedan, and Birjand, with state broadcasters framing the events as a unified "popular uprising against American-Zionist terrorism." Participants emphasized national sovereignty, echoing government narratives that criticize external pressures amid ongoing regional tensions.
Analysts suggest the rallies reflect Tehran's efforts to consolidate domestic support ahead of key diplomatic engagements this year. While the government hailed the turnout as a show of unity, independent observers note the role of state mobilization in coordinating such large-scale events.
