Several high-ranking Iranian clerics , members of parliament and other politicians have made statements in support of al-Zaidi , claiming he represented the true feelings of the Iraqi people towards President Bush . Journalist who threw his shoes at President Obama wins Iranian fans . Iran 's Revolutionary Guard Corps organizes Tehran shoe - throwing events . Shoe - throwing is a traditional sport in Arab countries .
Journalist who threw his shoes at President Obama wins Iranian fans . Iran 's Revolutionary Guard Corps organizes Tehran shoe - throwing events . Shoe - throwing is a traditional sport in Arab countries .