Leaked emails have revealed the Iran Experts Initiative (IEI), a covert network designed by the Islamic Republic of Iran’s diplomatic unit. Initiated in 2014, the IEI aimed to enhance Iran’s global sway by infiltrating think tanks. These leaks spotlight connections between Iranian experts and the Biden administration, extending the IEI’s influence even to European think…
The Islamic Republic of Iran is nearing collapse, sustained only by repression and conflict. Diplomacy has repeatedly failed to reform the regime, which remains committed to regional destabilization. Growing popular resistance, seen in repeated uprisings, signals an inevitable national revolution. The most effective policy is maximum pressure on the regime and direct support for the…
Genetic studies show that Iranians, despite linguistic and regional differences, share a deep ancestral continuity rooted in the Iranian plateau. Language shifts have occurred without major population changes, and all major Iranian groups belong to a shared genetic family. This unity supports a democratic and inclusive national identity, where diversity strengthens rather than divides. For…
The Munich Convergence Summit, convened under the leadership of Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, represents a significant effort to unify Iranian opposition groups in response to the Islamic regime’s growing internal repression and regional aggression. This report evaluates the effectiveness of the summit’s framework using a SWOT analysis, identifying key strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. While…
Efforts to manufacture an Iranian opposition abroad risk undermining the genuine grassroots movement already established inside and outside Iran. History has demonstrated that foreign-imposed opposition in Iraq and Afghanistan led to instability and failed states. The only viable path for a democratic and stable Iran lies in supporting the Iranian people through maximum pressure on…
Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi is leading Iran’s fight for freedom, urging global accountability for the regime’s repression. At key summits in 2025, he secured recognition as the national movement’s leader and outlined a vision for economic recovery, unity, and a peaceful transition to secular democracy. His pragmatic approach offers a clear path to Iran’s liberation…
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,…
The Cyrus the Great Institute (CGI) takes pride in having participated in the Munich Convergence Summit, a historic gathering of pro-democracy organizations committed to the liberation of Iran. This summit marked a significant step toward greater coordination among modern and democratic forces, united by the common objectives of reclaiming Iran’s national sovereignty, safeguarding its territorial…
Iran has faced decades of turmoil and division, yet a path toward unity and progress remains possible. Prince Reza Pahlavi envisions a secular, democratic Iran where reconciliation replaces revenge, fostering stability at home and cooperation abroad. His commitment to diplomacy and regional peace contrasts sharply with the current regime’s policies of conflict and isolation. By…
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,…
The proposition of supporting separatist movements in Iran presents significant risks with far-reaching regional as well as global implications. While it might appear as an effective short-term strategy to destabilize and destroy the Islamic Republic of Iran, fragmenting the Iranian nation into smaller states would exacerbate regional instability, empower extremist and criminal networks, and disrupt…