Revolution
Many young people in Iran have taken to the streets to protest and defy the tyranny exercised by their autocratic rulers. Street battles between the protesters and Basijis (militia groups who enforce the whims of the tyrants) have taken place for several consecutive nights. Go visit Notes of an Iranian Girl for news and commentary written by a student in Tehran. Also check out these emails sent to the BBC by Iranians. A few writers express the hope that the US becomes involved - one writer wishing that cruise missiles be targeted at the Iranian intelligence ministry!