Widespread civil unrest has broken out in multiple cities across Iran, marking the third anniversary of Mahsa Amini’s death. The 22-year-old Kurdish-Iranian woman died in September 2022 after her arrest by Iran’s morality police for allegedly violating the country’s strict hijab laws. Her tragic death ignited the Women, Life, Freedom protest movement, a nationwide uprising demanding gender equality and an end to clerical rule, which was brutally suppressed with deadly force, leaving hundreds dead and thousands detained.

Today, protests have resurfaced in Tehran, Tabriz, and Mashhad, with demonstrators clashing with security forces, chanting Amini’s name, and burning hijabs in defiance. Videos circulating on social media show tear gas and water cannons deployed, echoing the 2022 crackdown that killed over 500, according to human rights groups. The anniversary has reignited calls for justice, with activists accusing the government of intensifying surveillance to stifle dissent. Amini’s death remains a symbol of resistance, fueling a movement that continues to challenge Iran’s theocratic regime despite the risks.