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200,000 expected to rally in Toronto in support of Iran protests.
Summary
Toronto police expected about 200,000 people to march on Yonge Street in solidarity with protests in Iran, and authorities closed roads that could cause significant traffic and transit delays.
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A rally marched down Yonge Street in North York as Toronto police said they expected more than 200,000 people to gather in solidarity with protests in Iran. Police closed portions of Yonge Street and North York Boulevard and warned of major traffic and transit delays. Organizers described the event as part of a Global Day of Action called by Iran's exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi. Protests in Iran have continued since late December amid economic problems and political unrest.
Key details:
- Toronto police expected more than 200,000 participants and closed roads including parts of Yonge Street and North York Boulevard, warning of major traffic and transit delays.
- Organizers said the rally was part of a Global Day of Action called by exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi, with Toronto cited as a main gathering point alongside other cities.
- Reports note nationwide protests in Iran since December; the Iranian government reported more than 3,000 deaths while the U.S.-based Human Rights Activists News Agency reported over 7,000, and an internet blackout was also reported.
Summary:
The rally brought a very large crowd to North York and led to road closures and transit disruption. It was one of several solidarity demonstrations worldwide linked to calls for change in Iran. Undetermined at this time.
