Iran Anti-government Protests Reza Pahlavi 2026: 'Not If, But When' Regime Falls
Exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi calls for international intervention in the Iran anti-government protests 2026. Over 2,500 killed as the regime faces its greatest challenge.
The fall of the Islamic Republic is "not if, but when." That's the bold declaration from Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of Iran's last shah, as he calls on world powers to assist protesters in toppling the current government. His plea comes as the death toll from the ongoing unrest surpasses 2,500.
Iran Anti-government Protests Reza Pahlavi: A Call for Surgical Strikes
According to the Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), at least 2,595 protesters have been killed since demonstrations erupted on December 28, 2025. Another 22,104 individuals have been arrested. While the Iranian government labels the movement as foreign-backed "riots," Pahlavi claims sections of the security apparatus are already refusing to participate in the crackdown.
At a news conference in Washington, Pahlavi urged for "surgical strikes" against the Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) infrastructure and the deployment of Starlink to bypass the state-imposed internet blackout. He emphasized that the world must move beyond words to save lives and facilitate a democratic transition.
Trump's Warning and Geopolitical Aftershocks
US President Donald Trump has warned of "very strong action" if executions continue, though he recently noted reports that "the killing has stopped." Meanwhile, military tensions are palpable; the US and UK have reduced personnel at Qatar's Al-Udeid air base as a precaution against Iranian threats to target US and Israeli interests in the region.
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