Summary
In Los Angeles, members of the Iranian community protested both in support of and against U.S. military actions in Iran. These protests show deep divisions within the community on how to respond to recent U.S.-Iran tensions.
Key Facts
- Protests took place in Los Angeles regarding the U.S. strikes against Iran.
- One group supported regime change in Iran, waving flags of Iran's former monarchy.
- Another group protested against U.S. military intervention, chanting outside Los Angeles City Hall.
- Los Angeles has the largest concentration of Iranians outside Iran, with about 375,000 people of Iranian origin living in California.
- Westside Los Angeles is a key area for the Iranian community, known for Iranian cultural businesses.
- Opinions among the Iranian community in Los Angeles vary widely, with some hoping for government change in Iran, while others worry about increased suffering due to military action.
