00:26For more than 80 straight nights,
00:29crowds have gathered across Iran in rallies described by authorities
00:34as a show of unity, resistance, and defiance.
00:37But these gatherings are no longer just political demonstrations.
00:42They are becoming increasingly militarized.
00:45Videos emerging from Tehran and other cities
00:49show women and men receiving weapons training in public spaces.
00:54Civilians are seen handling Kalashnikov rifles,
00:57learning how to assemble and disassemble them,
01:00and practicing basic defense drills under the supervision of instructors.
01:05Some of the scenes reportedly come from areas like Tehran's Vanak Square,
01:10where temporary training stations and public sessions have appeared during nightly rallies.
01:16The images are powerful.
01:19Women in hijabs and shadors standing beside rifles laid out on tables.
01:24Crowds waving Iranian flags.
01:27Men in camouflage instructing civilians in weapons handling.
01:32Large nighttime gatherings chanting slogans in support of the Islamic Republic and the armed forces.
01:39Supporters described the rallies as a symbol of national resilience during one of the most dangerous periods in Iran's modern
01:47history.
01:48The country has faced months of escalating tensions following conflict with Israel and the United States,
01:55including attacks tied to Iran's nuclear and military programs.
02:00The situation dramatically intensified after the February 2026 assassination of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a major airstrike in
02:12Tehran,
02:13an event that shocked the region and triggered fears of wider war.
02:17Since then, Iran has experienced deep internal unrest, economic pressure, internet blackouts, and anti-government protests,
02:27while also facing the threat of further military escalation abroad.
02:32Authorities and pro-government media portray these nightly rallies as proof that ordinary Iranians are prepared to defend the country
02:41against foreign enemies.
02:43Participants interviewed during the events speak about patriotism, sacrifice, and readiness for confrontation if Iran comes under attack again.
02:53But critics see something very different.
02:57Opposition groups, exile media outlets, and anti-regime activists argue the events are carefully controlled propaganda designed to project strength
03:07after months of instability and losses.
03:10Some analysts warn the scenes resemble past besiege-style mobilization campaigns, where civilians were organized alongside state security forces during
03:21periods of crisis.
03:23Others believe the public weapons training is intended not only to send a message to foreign powers, but also to
03:31intimidate domestic opposition inside Iran.
03:34Whatever the motivation behind these rallies, the message coming out of Tehran is becoming increasingly clear.
03:42Iran is projecting an image of resistance, mobilization, and preparedness at a time when the region remains dangerously unstable.
03:51And as tensions with Israel and the West continue to rise, these scenes from Iran's streets are drawing global attention.
04:21So now, we are going to inspire us now.
04:21He is also with the Enfinazzir
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