Iranians form human chains at bridges and power plants
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Iranians formed human chains at key sites in defiance of President Trump's threats to attack infrastructure.
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Iranians formed human chains at bridges and power plants in response to a threat from President Donald Trump. Tehran had urged its citizens to gather outside potential US and Israeli targets after President Trump threatened to attack civilian infrastructure. This action by Iranian citizens is a direct defiance of President Trump's statements. The move highlights escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, with the Iranian government mobilizing its populace in anticipation of potential military action.
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