2026/02/24IRGC Saberin Special Forces Get New Commander
Iranian media reported that Mohammad Hosseini has been appointed commander of the IRGC Ground Forces’ Saberin Special Forces Brigade , following a recommendation by the Ground Forces commander and a decree from the force’s top leadership. Saberin is one of the IRGC Ground Forces’ operational special-units . Hosseini previously commanded the 110 “Salman Farsi” Special Forces Brigade . Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB reported that Ahmadali Feyzollahi had previously led the Saberin brigade, but the announcement of Hosseini’s appointment reportedly did not mention Feyzollahi by name and did not include a formal note of appreciation. Source: Iranian media reports; IRIB.
2026/02/24Araghchi: “Historic Opportunity” for an Unprecedented Deal as Geneva Talks Resume
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran faces a “ historic opportunity ” to reach an unprecedented agreement with the United States, writing on X that a deal is only possible if diplomacy is prioritized . He said Iran will resume talks with the U.S. in Geneva , based on understandings reached in the previous round, with the aim of reaching a “fair and just” agreement as quickly as possible. Hours earlier, Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi said Iran is ready to reach a deal as soon as possible and will do “ whatever is necessary ,” adding that Tehran will enter the Geneva talks “ in good faith ” and hopes for a reciprocal U.S. response. Source: Abbas Araghchi’s post on X; remarks attributed to Majid Takht-Ravanchi.
2026/02/24Molavi Abdulhamid: Ignoring Public Demands Pushes Iran Toward Deeper Crises
Sunni cleric Molavi Abdulhamid , the Friday prayer leader of Zahedan , warned that disregarding public demands can drive the country into deeper crises . In a post on X , he referred to the “national revolution” against the Islamic Republic and wrote that Dey is a reminder of the heavy cost of not listening to people’s voices: “We lost Iran’s best youth, and this grief will never be forgotten.” Source: Molavi Abdulhamid’s post on X (as provided).
2026/02/24Truckers’ Union Backs Students, Condemns “Violence and Repression”
The Union of Truckers’ and Drivers’ Associations Across Iran issued a statement supporting student protests, declaring “deep and sincere solidarity” with bereaved families , the academic community , and Iran’s “freedom-seekers.” The union said commemorating the 40th day for deceased classmates is not only a human and moral right, but also a sign of the younger generation’s responsibility toward the country’s future. It further said it “will not forgive” any violence, repression, or abuse against students by state forces and described itself as awaiting accountability for “unjustly shed blood.” The statement emphasized security, freedom of expression, the right to peaceful assembly, and the right to seek justice as fundamental rights of people and students, adding that Iran’s past century shows such voices cannot be silenced . Source: Statement by the Union of Truckers’ and Drivers’ Associations Across Iran (as provided).
2026/02/24Iran International: Retired Army Staffer Faces Potential Death Sentence
Information received by Iran International says Rahim Biniyaz , a retired Iranian Army ground forces staff member from Eslamabad-e Gharb , is at risk of receiving a death sentence in connection with his arrest linked to protests described as the “national revolution.” According to the report, Biniyaz—who retired early due to cancer —posted messages on January 7–8 (17–18 Dey) in his Telegram channel (with more than 5,000 members) declaring disavowal of the Islamic Republic and urging locals to support protest calls. After reportedly going into hiding, he was arrested on January 22 (2 Bahman) when Intelligence Ministry agents detained him at his sister’s home in Eshtehard . Iran International said he was subjected to about two weeks of enforced disappearance before making a brief call indicating he had been transferred to Kermanshah . More than a month after his arrest, the report says his family has still been unable to visit him and fears he could face capital punishment based on the charges alleged against him. Source: Iran International, citing information it received.
2026/02/24US Senate Republicans Warn Iran: “Don’t Repeat Past Mistakes”
The official U.S. Senate Republicans account on X posted that Iran’s leaders are aware of the consequences of pursuing nuclear weapons , and urged them not to repeat past mistakes . Source: Official U.S. Senate Republicans account on X (as provided).
2026/02/24Students Call for New Rallies Wednesday as Campus Protests Escalate
Iranian students issued fresh calls to continue protests on Wednesday, 6 Esfand , with students at Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences announcing a rally plan for that day. The broader student protest wave continued on Tuesday, 5 Esfand , marking a fourth consecutive day of demonstrations across multiple universities. Reports said Basij forces attacked protesting students at Shahid Beheshti University (Tehran) on Tuesday, leaving several students injured . At Sharif University , President Masoud Tejarishi said campus “ security ” is a red line and warned students not to attend what he called “ illegal ” gatherings. According to the roundup provided, protests on Tuesday took place at Sooreh University , Iran University of Art , Sharif University , Iran University of Science and Technology , Science & Culture University , Pars Art & Architecture University , Alzahra University , Sajjad University (Mashhad) , Shahid Beheshti University , University of Tehran’s technical and social sciences faculties , K.N. Toosi University , and Isfahan University of Technology . In some locations—including K.N. Toosi and Science & Culture —campus security and government personnel were reported to have used tear gas and tasers against protesters. Source: Based on the provided report of student calls, statements, and campus incidents.
2026/02/24Protests Spread Beyond Campuses: “Javid Shah” Chants Reported in Universities and Schools
A new round of protests and symbolic actions was reported across Iranian universities and even some schools on Tuesday, 5 Esfand . In Mashhad , students at Sajjad University reportedly chanted “ Javid Shah ,” and later faced Basij members while chanting “ This is the final battle, Pahlavi will return .” In Shiraz , students at a school were reported chanting “ Javid Shah ” in the schoolyard, while in Tehran another school’s students reportedly stomped on photos of Khomeini and sang “ Ey Iran .” At Isfahan University of Technology , students reportedly responded to a pro-government Basij speech with chants including “ Basiji, Sepahi, you are our ISIS ,” and also raised the Lion and Sun national flag. The Students United channel reported that Mahmoud Mokhtari , an assistant professor at the Shahid Beheshti University research institute, was suspended and ordered removed from teaching after protesting the Dey-month killings . At Sharif University of Technology , symbolic protest actions—reportedly including a toy rat used to mock a “dictator” symbol—were said to have triggered a harsh reaction and assault by student Basij forces trying to remove it. Reports also said students wrote “ Javid Shah ” on the door of Ali-Akbar Abolhasani (a lecturer and member of the professors’ Basij) after a verbal clash, and posted an image of a rat on his door as a reference to Khamenei. Students also reportedly rallied chanting “ We will stand to the end .” Elsewhere, students at Pars Art & Architecture University reportedly chanted “ Woman, Life, Freedom ” and “ Freedom, Freedom .” At Shahid Beheshti University in Tehran, chants included “ Seyyed Ali will be overthrown ” and “ Death to the dictator ,” while University of Art (Tehran) students reportedly chanted “ Death to Khamenei .” Source: Students United channel report and the provided roundup of campus/school claims.
2026/02/24Trump Envoy Visits Baghdad as Iran Strike Risk Looms
With the risk of a U.S. strike on Iran seen as rising, Tom Barrack , a Trump envoy, traveled to Baghdad . Iraqi outlet Baghdad Al-Youm said the trip is aimed at assessing Iraq’s ability to control its internal situation if the region slides into a military escalation. Barrack has been holding talks with senior Iraqi officials amid wider regional tensions. Source: Baghdad Al-Youm; Reuters.
2026/02/24Iran International: 19-Year-Old Kickboxing & Wushu Champion Detained in Qazvin
Information received by Iran International says Yeganeh Mirzaei , a 19-year-old champion in kickboxing and wushu , was arrested on 30 Bahman in Qazvin and is currently being held at Choobindar Prison in Qazvin. Source: Iran International, citing information it received.
2026/02/24Iran Campus Protests Continue; Lion-and-Sun Symbol Appears, Universities Move Online
Student protests continued across multiple Iranian universities on Tuesday, 5 Esfand , with reports of nationalist symbolism, anti-government chants, and clashes with pro-government forces. At University of Art (Tehran) , students reportedly raised the Lion and Sun symbol and chanted “ Javid Shah ,” while also chanting “ Khamenei Zahhak, we’ll bury you .” At Tarbiat Modares University , students reportedly chanted: “ The Shah is coming back to his country; students are behind him .” At K.N. Toosi University (Tehran) , protesters were also reported chanting “ Javid Shah .” At Sharif University of Technology , students reportedly sang the patriotic song “ Ey Iran ” in unison. In Tehran’s Shahid Beheshti University , reports said Basij members attacked a student gathering and students responded by chanting “ Bi-sharaf ” (“shameless”). In Mashhad , students at Islamic Azad University reportedly held a protest and chanted: “ The Shah is coming home; Zahhak will be overthrown .” Separately, Sharif’s PR said Kharazmi University will shift to online classes until the end of the year amid the wider campus unrest. The Students United channel also reported that University of Tehran students chanted: « هیز تویی، هرزه تویی، زن آزاده منم ». Source: Students United reports and the provided roundup of campus claims.
2026/02/24Reza Pahlavi to Students: “The Struggle Continues Until Iran Is Free”
Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi issued a message to Iranian students amid recent campus protests, saying they turned the reopening of universities into a “ loud cry of the nation ” and demonstrated a firm bond between university and society . He said the protests show “ Iran is alive ” and that the people’s will cannot be silenced. Referencing Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi , he said his father had predicted how future generations would judge his legacy, adding: “ Today, you gave history its answer ,” and claimed his father’s روح is at peace seeing “Iran’s children” standing with courage to reclaim the country. Pahlavi urged students to remain united and to resist any attempt to normalize the situation, arguing that “nothing is normal” while killings, death sentences, and widespread grief persist. He concluded by telling students the future belongs to them and that “ together we will take Iran back and rebuild it .” Source: Message attributed to Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi (as provided).
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