In a disturbing incident, former Iranian political prisoners and refugees, identified on social media as Salman Sima and Baan Sadeghinoor , were physically assaulted by anti-Israel protesters. The confrontation occurred during a demonstration where the protesters, who are known to support the Islamist regime in Tehran, targeted the two individuals.
The attackers also attempted to seize the Lion and Sun flag, a symbol often associated with pre-revolutionary Iran and opposition to the current regime, from Salman Sima and Sadegh Noor. This flag has become a contentious symbol in the context of Iranian politics and is frequently used by those opposing the Islamic Republic.
This incident highlights the tensions and violence that can erupt at politically charged events, especially those involving sensitive international issues like the Israel-Iran relationship. The attack on the former political prisoners, both of whom have refugee status, underscores the broader complexities and divisions within the Iranian diaspora regarding the current regime and its foreign policies.