IRAN, THE FIRST DAYS OF WAR

The world in all its states

An episode from the series ARTE INVESTIGATION

Synopsis

Between fear of the bombs and hope for political upheaval, the first days of the war have sparked mixed feelings in Iran.

In several major cities, cheers accompanied the first strikes, but any protest remains extremely dangerous.

The regime still controls the streets, stages shows of force and is attempting to regain control of the narrative. Across the border, in Iraqi Kurdistan, thousands of Iranians are waiting to return home.