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Clashes renew in streets of Tehran

Craig Kanalley — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 15:50:39 +0000

Per The Daily Dish, clashes have renewed in Iran according to a reliable Twitterer. Tweets suggest that there are incidents occurring at numerous locations across Tehran on Thursday, including Vali Asr Square, Vanak Square, Karegar Shomali Street (near Enghlab Square), and Tehran University. There have also clashes reported at Dravzeh Shiraz Square in Isfehan.

Breaking Tweets can confirm that the Twitterer, a journalist, is reliable. It is not clear if he is in Iran or not at the present time; his identity will remain anonymous here as a precaution. Here are some of his tweets:

10sThousands ppl Chanting against Regime at Vanak sq., Vali Asr sq., Ferdosi, Vali Asr Cr, Tehran Uni, Polythecnic Uni…#iranelection

Police Shooting Teargas at Poeple infront of Tehran University.#iranelection

Heavy Clashes near Azadi Sq. at least 3 people get shoted by Sec. forces…#iranelection

Reports: Army Helicopters Shooting at People at Azadi Sq. (not conf)… #iranelection

Just heard one friend Got Shot near Azadi Sq. I am so worry about him,… lost contact with them…#iranelection

Riot Police using Plastic Bullets at Enghelab Sq, Clashes spreading to all streets nearby. #iranelection

Many were demonstrating to mark the 10th anniversary of a violent confrontation between students and security forces. People took to the streets today despite a warning from Tehran Gov. Gen. Morteza Tamaddon, who said any protesters would receive a “crushing” response, per the Chicago Tribune.

This YouTube video is reportedly footage from today in Tehran.

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