Reza Pahlavi Urges Nationwide Uprising Against Iran's Islamic Republic
Reza Pahlavi, the exiled Iranian prince and son of the last Shah, has issued a forceful call for Iran's military, police, and state employees to join a widespread uprising against the ruling Islamic Republic. He insists the regime's collapse is inevitable and already underway.
A Bold Declaration of the Regime's Imminent Fall
In a passionate message shared on social media, Pahlavi painted a bleak picture of the current leadership, describing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei as a "frightened rat" hiding underground and losing control. He proclaimed, "The Islamic Republic has reached its end and is in the process of collapsing. What has begun is irreversible."
Expressing empathy for those suffering under the regime's harsh policies, Pahlavi condemned Khamenei's war-driven agenda and emphasized his solidarity with innocent victims.
Calling for Unity and Calm Amid Change
Characterizing this moment as a historic turning point, Pahlavi encouraged citizens from Bandar Abbas to Mashhad to rise up boldly. He sought to dispel fears about what follows the regime's fall, assuring Iranians that the country would not spiral into chaos or civil war.
"We have a clear plan for the future—ready for the transitional period and the establishment of a national, democratic government," he said, emphasizing that governance would be by and for the Iranian people themselves.
Direct Appeal to State Employees and Security Forces
Pahlavi's message held a pointed warning for members of the state apparatus: "Do not stand against your own people for a regime whose demise is certain. Align with the people, and you can save your own lives."
International Support Signals More Pressure on Iran's Regime
Pahlavi's statements came shortly after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly voiced unwavering support for regime change in Iran. In an interview, Netanyahu declared, "The regime’s days are numbered", and encouraged Iranians to carry the "light to freedom," assuring them that the current leadership would not last.
Highlighting widespread dissatisfaction, Netanyahu claimed that approximately 80% of Iranians despise the ruling elite and that the regime fears its own citizens more than external threats. He noted a historical friendship between Persian and Jewish peoples, suggesting a hopeful future built on cooperation and mutual respect.
Ongoing Military Actions and Nuclear Concerns
Netanyahu also confirmed that Israel’s recent military operations against Iranian targets, known as "Operation Rising Lion," were driven by intelligence revealing Tehran's accumulation of enough enriched uranium to construct nine nuclear bombs. This underscores the urgency behind international efforts to pressure the regime toward change.
Looking Ahead: A New Chapter for Iran
Both Pahlavi and Netanyahu's remarks underscore a growing momentum toward a dramatic shift in Iran’s political landscape. The exiled prince’s vision of a democratic Iran and the acknowledgment of widespread dissent paint a picture of a country teetering on the edge of transformation. The coming months may prove decisive in shaping Iran’s future.
