U-Haul truck speeds through Los Angeles march supporting Iranian people

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Associated PressJanuary 12, 2026 at 01:58 PM

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On Sunday in Los Angeles' Westwood neighborhood, a U-Haul truck drove through a march supporting the Iranian people, causing protesters to scatter. The driver, who was not identified, was detained by police after the truck was stopped several blocks away, surrounded by demonstrators. One person was hit by the truck, but no serious injuries were reported. The truck displayed a banner referencing the 1953 US-backed coup in Iran. The demonstration, attended by a large crowd protesting against the Iranian theocracy, took place in the area with the largest Iranian community outside of Iran. The incident occurred amidst ongoing protests in Iran, where activists say a crackdown has resulted in over 530 deaths.

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