Melika Barahimi
Melika Barahimi is a 23-year-old Iranian refugee living in Canada who gained international attention after posting a viral image of herself lighting a cigarette with a burning photograph of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Her act of defiance emerged as a poignant symbol of the ongoing protests in Iran against the regime, which have seen significant violence and repression. Barahimi, who has faced threats to her life for her outspoken criticism of the Iranian government, was previously imprisoned for her activism and has since sought refuge in Canada, where she continues to advocate for democracy and human rights in her homeland.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 9,195 | $240,000 | 216$ |
| Totals | 1 | 10,196,709 | 9,195 | $240,000 | 216$ |
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Melika Barahimi became viral for lighting a cigarette with a photo of Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei on fire as a form of protest.
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