Two years after Mahsa Amini’s death, the impact of a “cultural revolution” still underway

On September 16, 2022, the announcement of the death of young Mahsa Jina Amini triggered a major protest movement against the regime in Iran. While the demonstrations were stifled by repression, the “Woman, Life, Freedom” movement sparked a cultural revolution that is now permeating Iranian society.

His youthful face is became a symbol. In September 2022, 22-year-old student Mahsa Amini was arrested by the police for wearing the wrong veil. She died three days later in unclear circumstances. Some people believed that she had been the victim of police violence and the news of her death sparked an unprecedented protest in Iran.

Under the pressure of a mobilization that drags on, the regime is wavering but not giving in. The repression is mercilessHundreds of people are killed by the security forces, tens of thousands more arrested or forced into exile. NGOs report widespread torture, rape of detainees, threats and constant harassment. The security apparatus maintains constant pressure and the judiciary increases the number of convictions and executions.

Culture of disobedience

- RFI