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Iranian Protesters Rally in Occupied Nicosia in Solidarity with Iran

Published January 15, 2026, 13:13
Iranian Protesters Rally in Occupied Nicosia in Solidarity with Iran

A protest took place in occupied Nicosia by Iranians residing in the area, expressing solidarity with the anti-government mobilizations in Iran. The rally, held at the bus station, saw significant participation from Iranian students and support from members of the Republican Turkish Party (RTP) and other Turkish Cypriots. Protesters chanted slogans against the Iranian government and in favor of individual freedoms, while also honoring the memory of the victims of the unrest in Iran. This demonstration is a rare expression of protest in the occupied territory and highlights the Iranian community's concern for the situation in their homeland.