Conventional opposition structures are nearly impossible to build and protect inside Iran under the Islamic Republic’s extreme repression and surveillance. Judging Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi by the absence of a formal organisation inside the country reflects a misunderstanding of how the regime crushes any such networks before they can survive. His real strength lies in…
Prince Reza Pahlavi’s January 2026 interview with The Economist exposed a gap between Western legitimacy tests and Iran’s authoritarian reality. His credibility is rooted in organic, high-risk support inside Iran and sustained diaspora mobilization, not elections the regime makes impossible. He frames his role as transitional and non-partisan: preventing chaos, securing a democratic process, and…
U.S. policy on Iran has failed by oscillating between military intervention and diplomatic engagement, neither of which promotes democracy. Supporting the MEK is counterproductive due to its history of terrorism and lack of legitimacy. Instead, the U.S. should back grassroots pro-democracy movements, as advocated by Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, emphasizing non-violent resistance and a secular,…
Across Europe, thousands of Iranians rally behind Prince Reza Pahlavi, declaring their desire for freedom after decades of oppression under the Islamic Republic. His leadership, rooted in his legal right to the throne and a vision for a democratic, secular Iran, symbolizes national restoration rather than revenge. As Iranians risk their lives for this cause,…
Iran transformed from a balanced, modernized nation under the Shah to an ideologically driven Islamic Republic post-1979, leading to regional instability. Recent support for separatist groups by neighboring countries has backfired, fostering distrust among Iranians. A rising patriotic movement now seeks a secular, democratic Iran, with Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi seen as a potential leader…
The discourse on overthrowing Iran’s Islamic Republic often centers on forming a broad opposition coalition, but this overlooks the complexity of Iran’s political landscape since 1979. Advocating for a nuanced approach rooted in historical analysis and Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi’s visionary leadership, it suggests that past unity against the Shah is flawed and emphasizes Prince…