As tensions escalate between the United States and Iran, Iranian officials have called on citizens to mobilize in a display of national unity and readiness for potential conflict. President Masoud Pezeshkian announced that approximately 14 million Iranians have declared their intention to defend their country, urging young people to form human chains around power plants as a show of solidarity and preparedness. This rallying cry comes as President Donald Trump has issued dire warnings regarding the consequences if Iran does not comply with US demands by a forthcoming deadline. The backdrop to this situation is Trump's ultimatum that Iran must... [Continue Reading]