*🇮🇷 Iran hoists the red flag of "Vengeance" above the Jamkaran Mosque*
In a powerful symbolic gesture, Iran has raised the red flag of "vengeance" atop the Jamkaran Mosque in Qom. This rare act signifies a call for justice and retribution, traditionally reserved for times of deep national mourning and outrage. The last notable instance occurred after the assassination of General Qassem Soleimani in 2020.
The current raising of the flag comes in the wake of the execution of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, an act that Iran attributes to Israeli forces. The Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has promised severe punishment, stating: "Following this bitter and tragic event that took place within the borders of the Islamic Republic, it is our duty to take our revenge."
The red flag, inscribed with "O you, avengers of Hussein," symbolizes a desire to avenge unjustly spilled blood, drawing inspiration from Shia history and the martyrdom of Imam Hussein. Its display underscores Iran's commitment to respond decisively to perceived aggressions.
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