‘You weren’t free’: Iranians party in London and Manchester after strikes against regime
Iran shows government buildings destroyed by US-Israeli strikes
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Following strikes against Iran and rumors of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death, Iranian expatriates in London and Manchester celebrated on Saturday. The celebrations, particularly concentrated in London's "Little Tehran," involved waving pre-revolutionary Iranian flags. However, the mood shifted to a more muted tone as news emerged of hundreds of Iranian deaths, including children, resulting from the strikes. While some members of the Iranian diaspora expressed happiness and support for the events, others acknowledged the uncertain future of Iran and the potential for devastating turmoil. Academics noted the expected yet devastating nature of the strikes, highlighting concerns about the consequences for the country.
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AI-ExtractedIt’s impossible not to feel a sense of relief that he’s gone after everything which they have done to Iranian people for decades.
The community here, they are very happy, they are dancing and singing in the Finchley area.
Thousands of revellers filled Finchley Road, waving flags, many with the lion and sun.
The ayatollah’s death had been confirmed, as had the deaths of hundreds of Iranians.
At least 148 of them being children killed in a strike on an elementary school.
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