Event Brief
Iranians Celebrate Festival of Fire Amid Tensions
Filed: Mar 18, 2026 at 8:05 PM ET
Summary: Public celebrations of Chaharshanbe Suri in Iran reflect a shift in mood as Basij faces pressure.
WHO: Iranians
WHAT: Festival of Fire celebrations
WHEN: Mar 18, 2026 at 6:15 PM ET
WHERE: Tehran
WHY: Shift in public mood following reports of violence against officials
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