In Iran’s capital, weapons demonstrations send a signal at home and abroad as threat of war remains
▸ Part of: Iran displays weapons in Tehran amid threats and domestic uncertainty
Iranian Revolutionary Guard members are regularly demonstrating how to handle assault rifles and showcasing military vehicles in Tehran. These displays of weaponry serve as a show of defiance amid threats of war and also aim to reassure hard-liners and provide entertainment during a time of economic uncertainty. The displays also potentially serve to suppress any new demonstrations against the theocracy.
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