Militia , police keep protesters away from pro - government rally in Tehran . White House spokesman ` ` universal rights of Iranians to express themselves freely '' Reports : Bus carrying opposition leaders stopped by security forces . Observers : Pro - government Azadi Party rally was well - attended event .
Militia , police keep protesters away from pro-government rally in Tehran . White House espouses `` universal rights of Iranians to express themselves freely '' Reports : Vehicles carrying opposition leaders attacked by security forces . Observers : Pro-government Azadi Square rally was well-choreographed event .