SaralnamaToday: A mega-concert by singer Homayoun Shajarian at Tehran's Azadi Tower was cancelled. The free event, meant to show national unity after the 12-day war with Israel, faced logistical issues. From: The cancellation sparked heated debates online. Some saw it as a welcome distraction, while others viewed it as state propaganda. Critics abroad hoped it would lead to protests. Until: The culture ministry apologised for the missed opportunity. Shajarian defended the concert's intentions. Next: The government continues to emphasise unity and Iranian history amid growing international pressure and economic challenges. (Updated 6 Sep 2025, 22:09 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Today: A mega-concert by singer Homayoun Shajarian at Tehran's Azadi Tower was cancelled
- The free event, meant to show national unity after the 12-day war with Israel, faced logistical issues
- From: The cancellation sparked heated debates online