WANA (Apr 29) – On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, the streets of Iran’s capital witnessed an unusually large and widespread presence. Crowds in Tehran, alongside people in other cities across the country, took part in a nationwide march described as a symbol of renewed allegiance to Iran’s third leader, Ayatollah Seyed Mojtaba Khamenei, and a demonstration of support for the “JanFada” (“Devoted Lives”) campaign.

 

In Tehran, the route from Imam Hossein Square to Azadi Square was filled with massive waves of participants. Iranian flags were raised high, and chants echoed through the city streets. Families, alongside young people and teenagers, moved together in an atmosphere marked by collective singing, public programs, and a sense of unity. Along the route, volunteer service stations provided support, giving the event the feel of a highly organized social mobilization.

 

This scene was not limited to Tehran. Reports indicate that similar marches were held simultaneously in multiple cities across Iran, creating a unified national picture of public participation. Organizers described the turnout as a response to recent regional developments and a sign of domestic cohesion.

People attend a rally in Tehran, Iran, April 29, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)

The “JanFada” campaign, highlighted during the march, emerged following attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran starting February 28, and amid growing concerns about a potential escalation of conflict. The campaign aims to signal public readiness to defend the country and has quickly gained widespread traction. According to official figures, more than 30 million people have registered.

 

This number is notable even in historical context. During the eight-year Iran–Iraq War, about two million volunteers—roughly 5 to 6 percent of the population at the time—joined the front lines. In contrast, the registration of over 30 million people in the “JanFada” campaign within just a few days represents more than 30 percent of Iran’s current population (around 90 million), a figure analysts view as indicative of a different level of social mobilization under present conditions.

 

In this context, Seyed Rahim Safavi, former commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, said in an interview with WANA: “The message of the people is this: Mr. Trump and Mr. Netanyahu, you cannot confront Iran. Leave this region, just as you left Afghanistan and Iraq. The Iranian people are stronger than the people of Afghanistan and Iraq, and with a civilization thousands of years old, under the new leadership of Ayatollah Seyed Mojtaba, and with this structure and military forces, they form a powerful nation.”

 

He added: “The message is to leave this region. We and our neighbors will establish security, development, and sustainable progress here.” In another part of his remarks, Safavi said: “Trump and Netanyahu are savage, rude, uncultured, and dishonorable individuals. If we want to name examples of absolute evil in the world—not only for Iran but for humanity—they are among them.”

A woman holds a poster depicting Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, during a rally in Tehran, Iran, April 29, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)

Among the crowd, personal accounts also reflected motivations for participation. Mohaddeseh Sadat Moghaddam, a teacher, said in an interview with WANA: “In my opinion, the figure of 30 million being discussed is entirely accurate. Given the number of people currently present, this figure could be completely correct. I myself am one of those 30 million who have participated.”

 

She added: “In my view, the fact that he does not appear in front of cameras, given recent events, may be due to security concerns and potential risks. That is why he does not appear publicly, but through the messages that are released, it is clear they are conveyed by him.”

 

The Tehran march ultimately concluded with a large gathering at Azadi Square, where participants once again emphasized their support for the leadership, the preservation of national unity, and the continuation of the country’s political path.

 

Images transmitted from Tehran and other cities depicted an event that went beyond a typical urban gathering, interpreted instead as a nationwide display of solidarity and a political message from Iran to audiences beyond its borders.

 

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