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Eyes of Iran: How the regime secretly monitors its citizens
France🏛️ Politics3/3/2026

Eyes of Iran: How the regime secretly monitors its citizens

The article discusses the Iranian government's use of advanced surveillance technology to monitor citizens, particularly during protests related to the death of Mahsa Amini in 2022. It highlights the experiences of two individuals, Arya and Mansur, who were affected by this monitoring. Arya participated in protests and witnessed extensive surveillance systems, while Mansur's daughter, Hasti, was targeted after a bank's surveillance camera captured him distributing pro-democracy leaflets. The authorities used the footage to identify and arrest Hasti, leading to serious injuries and long-term health issues. The piece underscores the oppressive nature of state surveillance in Iran.

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Eyes of Iran: How the regime secretly monitors its citizens

The article discusses the Iranian government's use of advanced surveillance technology to monitor citizens, particularly during protests related to the death of Mahsa Amini in 2022. It highlights the experiences of two individuals, Arya and Mansur, who were affected by this monitoring. Arya participated in protests and witnessed extensive surveillance systems, while Mansur's daughter, Hasti, was targeted after a bank's surveillance camera captured him distributing pro-democracy leaflets. The authorities used the footage to identify and arrest Hasti, leading to serious injuries and long-term health issues. The piece underscores the oppressive nature of state surveillance in Iran.

Bias read (Left): The article frames the Iranian government's surveillance practices as an oppressive mechanism used against peaceful dissent, aligning with narratives that criticize authoritarian control. The focus on human rights violations and personal stories of harm suggests a left-leaning perspective, though it

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