An Iranian-Canadian activist says violent pro-Palestinian demonstrators dislocated his shoulder and ripped away a flag at a protest in downtown Toronto on Saturday.
Video on social media shows Salman Sima, who has counter-protested at recent pro-Palestinian demonstrations in Toronto, struggling with protesters to keep his “lion and sun” version of the Iranian flag, used by opponents of the Islamic regime of Iran. Goldie Ghamari, an Ontario MPP, said the flag represents “freedom and democracy.”
Look at the ridiculous fascists in Toronto who can’t bear to see an Iranian dissident carrying the Canadian flag. They try to rip it from him and then start squealing like they’re the victim. Pathetic cry-bullies. I am continually in awe of Iranian activists. Bravo to @SalmanSima pic.twitter.com/VHml0Ux8W7
— Heidi Bachram 🎗️ (@HeidiBachram) December 24, 2023
