By Our Correspondent

National News – Iranian authorities on Monday organised mass wedding ceremonies in Tehran for hundreds of couples who signed up for a government-backed “self-sacrifice” programme linked to the country’s tensions with the United States and Israel.

The ceremonies took place in major public squares across Tehran. Iranian state television broadcast the events live as officials sought to boost public morale during the fragile ceasefire period.

Reports said more than 100 couples gathered at Imam Hossein Square alone. Other ceremonies were also held in different parts of the capital city.

Couples arrived in decorated military vehicles while crowds watched and celebrated.

Stages were filled with balloons, flowers and large portraits of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei.

The programme reportedly encourages citizens to pledge readiness to defend Iran if conflict resumes.

Participants said they were willing to support the country by protecting important facilities and joining emergency efforts.

The event came as US President Donald Trump continued to warn about possible military action despite ongoing talks and a temporary ceasefire that followed clashes which started on February 28.

Iranian authorities claimed millions of citizens had registered for the initiative.

Senior political figures, including Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and President Masoud Pezeshkian, were also said to have joined.

Some newlyweds described the ceremony as both patriotic and spiritual.

One groom said the occasion allowed young people to celebrate marriage despite fears of war.

The mass weddings also coincided with the anniversary of the marriage between Imam Ali and Fatima, two highly respected figures in Shia Islam.

Iran has continued organising pro-government rallies and public gatherings since the conflict began to demonstrate national unity and public mobilisation.