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Exiled Iranian Prince Urges Protesters to "Take Over Streets" Amid Unrest

Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi has praised an "unprecedented" nationwide protest turnout, calling it a declaration of readiness for further coordinated action. He warned the regime against cutting internet access, stating it would only fuel more demonstrations and drive "another nail into the coffin" of the government. In a Fox News interview, Pahlavi stated the Iranian people are more committed than ever to ending the rule of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. A war institute report confirms widespread protests, regime violence, and internet disruptions across multiple provinces.

Key Points: Iran Protests: Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi Lauds Turnout

  • Unprecedented protest turnout across Iran
  • Regime attempts internet shutdowns
  • Pahlavi urges seizing the streets
  • Protests spread to over 100 cities
  • Security forces and protesters reported killed
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Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi lauds protests in country, calls to "take over streets"

Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi praises unprecedented Iran protest turnout, calls for continued demonstrations as regime attempts internet blackouts.

"In all these years, I've never seen an opportunity as we see today in Iran. - Reza Pahlavi"

Paris, January 8

Former Crown prince of Iran, who is living in exile, Reza Pahlavi has praised what he described as an unprecedented nationwide turnout during protests on Wednesday, calling it a decisive signal that Iranians are prepared for the next phase of coordinated demonstrations.

"My fellow countrymen, today, Wednesday January 7th, your presence across Iran was unprecedented. And this constitutes a declaration of readiness for tomorrow's plan (the call for Thursday January 8th, at 8 p.m.). Of course, reports have reached us that the regime is deeply frightened and is attempting, once again, to cut off the internet. Know that our communication will not be severed. Whether through the hundreds of thousands of Starlink devices in Iran, or through the Iran International and Manoto television networks. But if the regime commits such a mistake and cuts the internet, that itself will be another call to continue your presence and to take over the streets. In this way, you will drive yet another nail into the coffin of this regime," Pahlavi said.

Earlier, in an interview to Fox News, Pahlavi stressed that the Iranians are "more than ever" committed to bringing an end to Khamenei's regime, signalling this as an opportunity for Iran to free itself from a "tyrannical regime".

Speaking to Fox News Host Sean Hannity, Pahlavi said, "In all these years, I've never seen an opportunity as we see today in Iran. Iranian people are more than ever committed to bringing an end to this regime, as the world has witnessed the last few days. The levels of demonstrations are unprecedented in Iran -- over 100 cities, millions of people in the streets chanting 'death to the dictator' and 'end to this regime.' By God, it is about time that Iran gets its opportunity to free itself from a tyrannical regime."

According to a report by the Institute for the Study of War, 89 protests across 21 provinces were recorded in Iran since its last data cutoff on January 6. The report says that the protests have continued to primarily take place in western Iran and in smaller, less populated areas. The regime continues to use violence and lethal force to suppress the protests. The regime reportedly disrupted internet access in parts of Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari and Ilam provinces.

The report further stated that Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC)-affiliated media reported on January 7 that protesters killed two Law Enforcement Command (LEC) officers during protests in Lordegan, Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province, as well as an unspecified security force member in Malekshahi, Ilam Province.

- ANI

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Sarah B
It's interesting to see an exiled prince trying to lead a revolution from Paris. Does he truly represent the people on the ground? The report mentions protests in smaller towns, which suggests the discontent is widespread, not just in cities. Hope for a peaceful transition.
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Priyanka N
Cutting off the internet is a classic move by authoritarian regimes to suppress dissent. Glad to hear they have workarounds like Starlink. The courage of these protestors, especially the women, is incredible. The world is watching.
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Rahul R
As an Indian, I understand the complex history here. The Pahlavi dynasty wasn't exactly democratic either. The people deserve a future chosen by them, not just a swap of one elite ruler for another. The solution must come from within Iran.
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Aman W
The mention of "hundreds of thousands of Starlink devices" is key. Technology is a great equalizer now. It reminds me of how social media empowers movements globally. Hope the violence ends soon and dialogue begins.
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Kiran H
My heart goes out to the ordinary Iranians caught in this. The report of officers being killed is tragic—violence begets violence. A respectful criticism: while the prince's speech is fiery, the focus should be on protecting civilian lives and building a broad-based coalition, not just calls to "take over the streets."

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