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A Canadian-Iranian refugee's act of burning a photo of Iran’s Supreme Leader sparked global protests amid Iran’s unrest.
A woman in Canada, identified as an Iranian refugee, has become a global symbol of resistance after a viral video showed her setting fire to a photo of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and lighting a cigarette from the flame.
The 34-second clip, widely shared online, depicts her without a hijab and defying Iran’s strict laws, sparking similar protest gestures in the U.S., Germany, Israel, and other countries.
The act emerged amid widespread unrest in Iran over economic hardship and government repression, with activists reporting over 2,600 deaths and thousands arrested.
While the video’s authenticity and origin remain debated, its impact is clear, highlighting the role of digital imagery in shaping global perceptions during political upheaval.
El acto de un refugiado canadiense-iraní de quemar una fotografía del Líder Supremo de Irán provocó protestas globales en medio de los disturbios en Irán.