Iran stages mass weddings for couples said to have volunteered for "self-sacrifice" in war with U.S.
Iranian authorities held mass public weddings in Tehran for couples said to have signed up to a state-sponsored scheme declaring their readiness to sacrifice their lives in the war with the U.S. and Israel.
TL;DR
- Mass public weddings were held in Tehran for hundreds of couples.
- The ceremonies are part of a state-sponsored scheme where couples pledge to sacrifice their lives in the war with the U.S. and Israel.
- These events are intended to boost wartime morale and were broadcast on state TV.
- Millions of people, including high-ranking officials, have reportedly signed up for the "self-sacrifice" scheme.
- The regime is using these events to showcase national unity and readiness, with other initiatives like basic firearms training also offered.
- The weddings took place in major squares, including Imam Hossein square, and were presided over by a cleric.