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In Iran, demonstrators condemn Ashura defiling
Days after deadly anti-government protests on Ashura, millions of demonstrators gathered across Iran on Wednesday 29 december 2009, to condemn what they described as defiling the religious ceremony of Ashura. In the Iranian capital and many other cities millions of people took to the streets in a show of strength and solidarity against anti-government protesters. The rallies came after protesters took to some central and downtown streets in Tehran on Sunday 27th december, hijacking the Ashura ceremonies, during which people commemorate the 7th century death of the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) grandson, Imam Hussein (PBUH). The protesters reportedly chanted slogans against top Iranian government officials and vandalized public property. Iranian police forces used tear gas to disperse protesters. Seven people were confirmed dead during the unrest. Confirming the deaths, Iran's Deputy Police Chief Ahmad-Reza Radan said the force did not use violence against protesters, denying any involvement in the killings. In line with Wednesday's demonstrations, Iran's Islamic Propagation Coordination Council issued a statement, condemning the anti-government protests on Ashura. more: www.presstv.ir www.irva.ir www.isna.ir
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