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Johnny You » 05 Apr 2026, 6:05 pm » wrote: ↑

05 Apr 2026, 6:05 pm

I am seeing millions protesting the war all over the planet on my feed. Looks like AI isn't..
Can you provide a briefing on recent protests against the war in Iran Globally?
As of April 5, 2026, global protests regarding the war in Iran—sparked by the February 28 joint U.S.-Israeli military campaign known as Operation Epic Fury—have polarized international communities. Demonstrations are broadly divided between anti-war coalitions condemning military strikes and Iranian diaspora groups celebrating the potential collapse of the Islamic Republic following the assassination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. 

1. Anti-War & Pro-Iran Demonstrations
Large-scale protests have targeted U.S. and Israeli diplomatic missions, primarily demanding an immediate ceasefire and the end of foreign intervention. 
United States: A coalition of left-wing groups, including A.N.S.W.E.R. and CodePink, organized nationwide days of action in over 55 cities, including New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago.
United Kingdom: In London, more than 50,000 people marched on March 7, organized by the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND) and the Stop the War Coalition.
Pakistan: Violent clashes erupted as protesters attempted to storm the U.S. Consulate in Karachi and the embassy in Islamabad, resulting in an estimated 26–35 deaths and over 120 injuries.
Japan: Significant rallies were held in Tokyo (24,000 attendees) and Nagasaki, where atomic bomb survivors joined calls for a ceasefire.
Middle East: Pro-Iranian demonstrators clashed with security forces in Baghdad, while smaller anti-war groups in Tel Aviv were dispersed by Israeli police. 
2. Iranian Diaspora & Solidarity Rallies
In contrast, many in the Iranian diaspora have held celebratory rallies, framing the military action as a "humanitarian intervention" to facilitate regime change. 
Major Hubs: Mass gatherings in Toronto and Los Angeles each drew approximately 350,000 people, while Munich hosted 250,000—the largest Iran-focused demonstration in European history.
Demands: These groups have urged Western governments to officially designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization and recognize Reza Pahlavi as a transitional leader.
Celebrations: Events such as the Chaharshanbe Suri and Nowruz holidays were used as platforms to support the overthrow of the clerical government. 
3. Internal Protests in Iran
Despite an intense crackdown and internet blackouts, domestic resistance persists. 
Nightly Resistance: Residents in Tehran and other major cities have continued nightly rooftop chants, with reports of security forces firing directly into windows to silence them.
Succession Protests: Following the appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei as the new Supreme Leader on March 8, chants of "Death to Mojtaba".