In Iran, a powerful form of symbolic protest has emerged during ongoing anti-government demonstrations. Viral images show Iranian women lighting cigarettes from burning photos of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, a striking act of defiance in a country with strict social controls on women. What began as protests against economic hardship has evolved into a direct rejection of the Islamic Republic and its authoritarian leadership. Despite threats of harsh punishment, including the death penalty, women and young people continue to lead the movement. These images have become enduring symbols of resistance against repression, censorship, and the state’s control over women’s bodies and lives. The copyright ownership in the video rests with India Today Group. No third party is permitted to use the video without obtaining the permission of India Today Group. Any permission for usage can be obtained through the email ID provided here: [email protected]. न्यूज़ लेटर के लिए क्लिक करें : https://www.thelallantop.com/newsletter खबरों को विस्तार से पढ़ने के लिए क्लिक करें यहां : https://www.thelallantop.com/ Instagram: @thelallantop Facebook: @thelallantop Twitter: @TheLallantop Production: Video Editor: