Iranian Civilians Train with Assault Rifles in Tehran
Groups of civilians in central Tehran are receiving basic instruction on AK-47 rifles from members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The sessions are presented as preparation for national defense.
nbcnews.comIn central Tehran, groups of civilians gathered around an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps instructor to receive basic training on the AK-47 assault rifle. The sessions focus on familiarization with the weapon in case participants are called upon to defend the country.
The instruction takes place in public areas and involves small groups learning handling and safety procedures. No official statement on the scale or duration of the program has been issued by Iranian authorities. The activity occurs amid ongoing regional tensions involving the United States and Iran.
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