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Iran marks 1979 revolution with Israeli flag burnings, missiles and ‘coffins’ for US generals

YnetNews.com reports: “Supporters of Iran’s ruling clerics marked the 47th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution on Wednesday with mass rallies across the country, burning U.S. and Israeli flags and chanting threats, as tensions with Washington remain high and Israel braces for possible escalation.

State-organized marches drew thousands in cities across Iran. In Tehran, participants chanted ‘Death to Israel’ and ‘Death to America,’ stepped on Israeli and U.S. flags placed on roads and waved Palestinian flags. Some posed for selfies beside missile displays set up in public squares.

The anniversary comes amid heightened tensions with the United States and threats by President Donald Trump of possible military action if nuclear talks fail. Iranian officials have warned that any U.S. strike would trigger missile barrages toward Israel…”

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