While hope is still attempting to spring eternal for the people of Iran via avenues such as Youtube and Twitter, plenty is still rotten in the region formerly known as Persia. It’s been a harrowing day for diplomats and protesters alike, as the Iranian government has expelled a duo of British envoys for “unconventional behavior” as hard-line protesters shouted “Down With Britain” accompanied by the usual shout of “Down With America!” Many more conservative Iranians are seeing the protesters as naive pawns spurred on by influences such as the BBC and VOA (Voice of America)
Further evidence of the governmental crackdown on election protesters is a special court where detained defiant ones will be tried to set an example for what happens to those who speak out against such protests. While opposition protests have decreased in size since last week’s original mass gatherings, the current crop has grown more fervent and more willing to clash with authorities. It’s a scary situation, one whose full grasp can’t be attained - whether or not you have a twitter account.
