On May 20, the people of Iran held at least six rallies, protests, and strikes in various cities, venting their anger over the government’s plundering and profiteering policies.
In Kerman, Asimoun miners continued their strike for the fourth consecutive day. Furthermore, their families rallied and marched blaming officials for indifference toward workers’ conditions and requires.
Meanwhile, oil workers in Ilam province, cement dealers in East Azarbaijan province, defrauded investors, and orchardists in the capital Tehran staged four protests.
Rally and March of Miners
Kerman province—for the fourth consecutive day, miners of the Asimoun Chromite Mine at the Manoojan district, continued their rally and protest. They blamed the governor for failing to meet protesters’ demands.
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Kerman—miners of Asimoun Chromite mine in Manoojan continued their protests, marching and chanting, "Governor, shame on you; let go of the seat." pic.twitter.com/tPfwf1JfMt— Iran News Update (@IranNewsUpdate1) May 20, 2021
“Governor, shame on you, let go of the seat,” enraged miners chanted declaring their ire over the government’s inaction and indifference.
Furthermore, families of miners today staged a rally and marched protesting officials’ inaction to meet their loved ones’ demands.
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Kerman—families of Asimoun miners rallied and marched asking officials to clarify the fate of their loved ones.
For the fourth day, miners continued their strike protesting low salaries. However, officials have yet to meet their demands. pic.twitter.com/pqeRXu9kMU— Iran News Update (@IranNewsUpdate1) May 20, 2021
Rally of Oil Workers
Ilam province—workers of road construction equipment of the Oil Company in Dehloran staged a rally in front of the local refinery.
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Ilam—workers of road construction equipment of the Oil Company rallied in front of Dehloran refinery protesting employers' failure to pay their salaries for four months. pic.twitter.com/NsF67kwOR4— Iran News Update (@IranNewsUpdate1) May 20, 2021
They protested officials’ failure to pay their meager salaries. “We have yet to receive our salaries for four months,” said a worker.
Rally of Cement Dealers
East Azarbaijan province—cement wholesalers and retailers staged a rally in front of the Provincial Governorate in Tabriz. They blamed officials for the lack of cement.
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East Azarbaijan—cement wholesalers and retailers staged a rally in front of the Provincial Governorate protesting officials for the lack of cement. pic.twitter.com/YctDnFmMwX— Iran News Update (@IranNewsUpdate1) May 20, 2021
For years, Iran has been a cement-producer country meaning the state does not need to import the cement. However, due to systematic corruption and leaders’ imprudence, cement has become scarce.
Rally of Defrauded Investors
Tehran province—defrauded investors of Sekkeh Samen financial institution held a rally in front of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI). They protested CBI Governor Abdolnasser Hemmati for registering as a Presidential candidate.
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Tehran—defrauded investors of 'Sekkeh Samen' rallied in front of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) protesting Governor Abdolnasser Hemmati for registering as a Presidential candidate. pic.twitter.com/qP6AI8UvPa— Iran News Update (@IranNewsUpdate1) May 20, 2021
They believe that he cannot run for the June 18 Presidential election due to his department’s fraud and corruption which has caused enormous economic dilemmas for citizens. “Liar Hemmati, where is your law credit?” protesters chanted.
Rally of Orchardists and Farmers
Tehran province—orchardists and farmers in the Robat Karim district once again rallied in front of the local Governorate. They protested officials’ inaction over their previous complaints.
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Tehran—orchardists and farmers in the Robat Karim district once again rallied in front of the local Governorate protesting officials’ inaction over their previous complaints. pic.twitter.com/djC2w3dxsS— Iran News Update (@IranNewsUpdate1) May 20, 2021
Recently, the Jihad Keshavarzi [Agricultural] firm has destroyed farmers’ lands under false accusations. “We all have legal documents, but the Jihad Keshavarzi destroys our properties,” the orchardists and farmers said.