The claim
This video shows demonstrations taking place in Iran.
Original review summary
FACTLY says the video does not show demonstrations in Iran but a violent protest near the Turkish Embassy in Thessaloniki, Greece. It reports that a clearer version was posted on 2 November 2025, before the recent protests in Iran, and that footage from Thestival matched the viral clip. FACTLY also says it geolocated the scene near Agios Dimitriou Street in Thessaloniki.[S1]
Additional context
The review reports that the protest took place on 1 November 2025, after a concert by Greek rapper Lex ended. [S1]
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Sources and attribution
- [S1] FACTLY original review
Original review · Retrieved October 16, 2026