A woman was beaten by supporters of Iran's government during a peaceful protest in London, warning that the IRGC (Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps) is on British soil. The clash occurred outside an event marking the death of Ebrahim Raisi, a hard-line Iranian president known for brutal crackdowns on protestors. Four people were injured, and one person was arrested for violent disorder.
Key Points
Woman beaten by pro-Iran supporters during peaceful protest in London
Violence occurred outside event marking death of Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi
Calls to designate IRGC as a terrorist organization for safety of people in Iran and the UK
Pros
Raises awareness about the presence and actions of the IRGC in the UK
Sheds light on the brutal crackdowns on protestors under the Iranian regime
Cons
Violence and intimidation towards peaceful protestors
Threats and physical harm towards individuals expressing dissent