Social networks in Iran have been flooded with compromising footage featuring several known ultra-conservative officials engaging in homosexual activities. While homosexuality is punishable by death in Iran, the Iranian regime has attempted to deny the videos and cover up the scandals. We spoke to a former religious authority who says authorities are trying to “save face” by refuting the wave of videos.
Who is surprised? no one.
The ultra-conservative authorities were probably surprised by it getting out. But nobody else.
Caught with their pants down, if you will.