A video circulating online has captured a striking moment in Iran where several senior clerics were seen deliberately avoiding stepping on an Israeli flag painted on the ground—a symbolic act that has long been used in the Islamic Republic as a sign of defiance against Israel.
The incident, which occurred at a public gathering, has sparked widespread commentary and fueled speculation about heightened awareness of international scrutiny—particularly from Israeli intelligence agency Mossad. Observers noted the cautious behavior of the clerics, interpreting it as a subtle but powerful gesture that may reflect internal concerns over being monitored or targeted.
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In Iran, it’s common for images of Israeli and American flags to be placed on the ground at public venues, inviting participants to walk over them as a demonstration of political contempt. However, the choice by prominent religious figures to sidestep the flag has not gone unnoticed, especially in a period marked by rising tensions between Tehran and Jerusalem.
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