Working People in Iran Stand Up to Regime’s Warmongering

Background

In recent weeks, Iran has been rocked by widespread protests, sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old Kurdish woman who died in police custody after being arrested for allegedly violating the country's strict dress code. The protests have since morphed into a broader movement against the Iranian regime, with demonstrators calling for an end to the compulsory hijab, the release of political prisoners, and greater freedoms.

Workers Join the Protest Movement

In a significant development, working people in Iran have begun to join the protest movement. On October 18, thousands of workers at the Haft Tapeh sugar mill in the southwestern city of Shush went on strike, demanding unpaid wages and better working conditions. The strike quickly spread to other factories and industries across the country, including the oil and gas sector, the transportation sector, and the education sector.

The workers' strikes are a major challenge to the Iranian regime, which has long relied on the support of the working class. The strikes are also a sign that the protest movement is gaining momentum and that the regime is losing its grip on power.

Government Crackdown

The Iranian regime has responded to the protests with a brutal crackdown. Security forces have fired live ammunition at protesters, killing and injuring hundreds of people. The regime has also arrested thousands of protesters, including many workers. However, the regime's crackdown has only served to further anger the Iranian people and strengthen their resolve to continue protesting.

International Solidarity

The Iranian people's struggle has resonated with people all over the world. In recent weeks, there have been solidarity protests in cities around the world, including London, Paris, Berlin, and New York. The international community has also condemned the Iranian regime's crackdown on the protests.

Conclusion

The Iranian people's uprising is a major challenge to the Iranian regime. The regime is facing a growing movement of people from all walks of life, including working people, who are demanding change. The regime's crackdown on the protests has only served to further anger the Iranian people and strengthen their resolve to continue protesting. The international community must continue to stand in solidarity with the Iranian people and support their struggle for freedom.