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It's like a city on high alert,
It’s like a city on high alert,” says a Tehran local, describing the tense atmosphere.
A resident of Tehran, who asked to remain anonymous, spoke to Al Jazeera about the noticeable increase in security across the capital. “You see military and police everywhere,” they said, mentioning numerous checkpoints, frequent vehicle stops, and a visible presence of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
They added that armed patrols on motorcycles are a common sight on the streets right now.
The government, the resident explained, has been referring to those who died in the recent unrest as “terrorists” or victims of terrorist acts, a label it applies to anyone attacking state institutions.
It’s like a city on high alert,” says a Tehran local, describing the tense atmosphere.
“There’s a real sense of uncertainty. A lot of people are feeling anxious about what might happen next,” they shared.
With regional tensions high, many citizens are also worried about the possibility of US military action. Opinions are mixed on whether such an intervention would improve or further complicate the situation for Iranians.
The overall mood, they described, is one of profound sadness and frustration. “There’s a heavy feeling of loss and anger in the air.
It’s like a city on high alert,” says a Tehran local, describing the tense atmosphere.
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