Two Minutes in Tehran — Episode 37

Two Minutes in Tehran is a weekly series dedicated to briefing you on the latest news on Iran

Three People Arrested for Insulting Militias

• On Tuesday, it was announced that regime forces had arrested three people for “insulting the ‘Resistance Front,’” referring to the regime’s militias and proxies in the region.

• The regime’s judiciary spokesperson did not specify what the individuals had done, or even who they are, but did say: “We caution media outlets to be vigilant and not provide the enemy with any pretext.”

Regime Seeks Help While Neglecting Iranians

• This week, regime forces sent out text blasts soliciting Iranians for money to support groups in Lebanon and Gaza.

• Meanwhile, the regime ignores their failing infrastructure, the worker strikes that have been ongoing, environmental issues, and the overall wellbeing of the people of Iran.

Reason for Arrest of Nasrin Shakarami Still Unknown

• This week, Aida Shakarami announced that her mother is being held in a detention center in the Ministry of Intelligence in Khorramabad, however, the reason behind her arrest is still unknown.

  • Nasrin was arrested over a week ago.