Amini death anniversary sees heavy security in Iran -rights groups, witnesses

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

63% : The death on Sept. 16 of Amini, a 22-year-old Kurd arrested for allegedly flouting the Islamic Republic's mandatory dress code, sparked months of anti-government protests that spiralled into the biggest show of opposition to the authorities in years.
59% : On Friday, web monitor Netblocks reported "significant disruption to internet connectivity in the (southeastern city of) Zahedan ... targeting anti-government protests ... on the eve of the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death".
56% : She inspired a historic movement -- Woman, Life, Freedom -- that has impacted Iran and influenced people across the globe.
56% : " "We reaffirm our commitment to the courageous people of Iran ...
53% : Another activist said a small gathering of protesters chanted anti-government slogans before quickly dispersing.
32% : Authorities have accused the United States and Israel and their local agents of fomenting the unrest to destabilise Iran.
14% : Without naming Biden, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanaani rejected as "double standards and lies" Western expressions of support for women's rights in Iran.

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