#BREAKING | 📱 — 🇮🇷 🇮🇷 — The social media platform "X" (formerly known as Twitter) has replaced the flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran with the lion and sun flag. This change has been noted by users on the platform.
The lion and sun flag, which has historical significance in Iran, was used prior to the establishment of the Islamic Republic in 1979. The decision by "X" to make this change comes amid ongoing political tensions and protests within Iran.
For more on the situation in Iran, see our recent coverage of massive anti-regime protests occurring in Mashhad, northeastern Iran.
This development follows a series of events related to Iran"s political landscape, including warnings from former President Trump regarding potential consequences for the Iranian regime.
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