Iranian musician stages protest at power station over Trump threats

Al Jazeera
April 7, 2026
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Iranian musician Ali Ghamsari is protesting President Trump's threats at a power station.

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Iranian musician Ali Ghamsari is staging a protest performance outside the Damavand power station. Ghamsari's actions are a symbolic protest against threats made by President Trump. This public demonstration by an artist in Iran highlights domestic dissent regarding international tensions. The protest takes place at a critical infrastructure site, emphasizing the perceived vulnerability or importance of the location.

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