Nazie Eftekhari

@1776_phoenix @RepYassAnsari Wrong. Never assume. I am a US citizen and I am proud I have supported Congresswoman Ansari throughout her political career. She’s smart, a clear thinker and a very hard worker.

@Naz0raz @RepYassAnsari 🤣 don’t get too excited for this 1 - she’s from Costa Rica

I fully condemn the hateful rhetoric, lies, cruel and deliberate misinformation, and threats that my family, my staff, and I have been subjected to since the Iran War began nearly 8 weeks ago. These coordinated attacks and threats have only continued to worsen, most recently after I introduced Articles of Impeachment against Pete Hegseth. This conduct has crossed the line into threats to our physical safety, which we have reported to law enforcement. Bad actors have tried to smear my family and staff by circulating fake and AI-generated images and flat-out lying that my parents and I are not U.S. citizens. They have pushed xenophobic and sexist attacks and amplified absurd conspiracy theories about my family. They’ve even gone so far as to spread the outright lie that I am somehow tied to the regime. I will say this once and move on: these absurd allegations are entirely false and I denounce them in the strongest terms. These attacks aren’t about truth; they’re the product of desperation from those trying to distract from a failing, illegal war, rising costs of living, and an administration with no coherent strategy while Americans pay the price at the pump. And while they spread lies, American service members are being put in harm’s way, with real casualties mounting in a war that lacks both justification and direction. Let me reiterate, once again, that I have been unequivocal in my opposition to the brutal Islamic Republic regime, its repression of women, and its support for terrorism. My record on this issue is longstanding and crystal clear. My family has personally experienced the regime’s brutality.  It is in part why I am who I am today: A proud American speaking out for human rights and democracy, the rule of law, and, as a U.S. Congresswoman, the safety and security of Americans. It is also why I know the costs of freedom and stand firm against Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth’s illegal war. As a public figure, I fully expect public criticism and wholly respect Americans' constitutional First Amendment rights to free speech. I understand the high emotions during such a tenuous time for those who have family in both Iran and the United States. But I will not tolerate direct threats levied against my loved ones and staff who did not sign up for the public spotlight. I also won’t be silent as they are targeted, doxxed, and attacked online. This has not been a good-faith policy debate. It is a coordinated effort to smear, intimidate, and silence, and it will not succeed.   My duty is clear: to uphold the Constitution of the United States and to faithfully serve the people of Arizona’s 3rd Congressional District. It is the honor of my life to represent the people of Arizona in Congress, over 75 percent of whom are deeply opposed to this war. I remain committed to doing so with integrity and transparency.

@amyklobuchar Rest in grace my dear Asal.

After a valiant battle with cancer, we lost my former staffer Asal Sayas. She had many friends and admirers, including me. While battling her own cancer, she worked on President Biden’s Cancer Moonshot to expand access to clinical trials. My heart is with her loved ones.

@GunterFehlinger @POTUS Truly one of the worst ideas of this century. If your goal is to insure the survival of the Islamist Republic in Iran you should find a more honest and logical way to articulate it. No wonder @POTUS wants US out of NATO.

Ex-Iran: The 7-State Solution – A Strategic Call to President Donald Trump @POTUS The illusion of a unified Iran must end. What the world calls Iran is not a nation-state in the classical Western sense. It is a multi-ethnic empire held together by force, repression, and centralized terror from Tehran. The time has come for strategic clarity in Washington: post-regime Iran will not be one country—and pretending otherwise is dangerous. President Donald Trump now faces a historic choice. Either repeat the mistakes of Iraq and Afghanistan—or shape a stable, democratic future by endorsing a 7-State Ex-Iran Model, inspired by the successful (if painful) transformation of Breakup of Yugoslavia. The Reality: Iran is Not One Nation Iran is deeply diverse. Persians form only a slim majority, while large minorities—Azeris, Kurds, Arabs, Baluch, and Turkmen—make up a massive share of the population. These groups are not randomly scattered. They are geographically concentrated along borders, with strong cultural and political ties to neighboring states. This is the key fact Washington must understand: 👉 Iran is structurally closer to Yugoslavia than to France. The 7-State Ex-Iran Model The attached map reflects a realistic geopolitical restructuring into seven viable entities: 1. Kurdistan (West) A democratic, pro-Western state aligned with Iraqi Kurdistan—natural NATO partner. 2. South Azerbaijan (Northwest) Linked culturally and economically to Azerbaijan—a major regional energy and security ally. 3. Caspian State (North Coast) A coastal economic corridor integrating into Eurasian trade and energy routes. 4. Turkmen State (Northeast) Strategically aligned with Turkmenistan and Central Asia. 5. Persia (Central Core) A reduced, landlocked Persian state centered on Tehran—finally stripped of imperial domination. 6. Ahwaz (Southwest Gulf) Arab-majority, energy-rich region aligned with Gulf partners. 7. Baluchistan (Southeast) Gateway to the Indian Ocean, connected to Pakistan and maritime trade routes. Why Trump Must Act Mr. President, this is your strategic moment. 1. Prevent Chaos After Regime Collapse Experts already warn that ethnic tensions could explode after the fall of the regime, potentially leading to violent fragmentation if unmanaged 👉 A structured 7-state plan prevents war. 2. Break the Persian Imperial Core For decades, Tehran has dominated minorities through repression 3. Create 7 Pro-Western Allies Instead of One Hostile State Instead of one unstable Iran, the West gains: Multiple NATO-aligned partners New energy alliances Strategic containment of Russia and China 4. Control the Persian Gulf and Hormuz With Ahwaz and Baluchistan independent: 👉 The Strait of Hormuz becomes a Free World-controlled corridor. 5. Repeat the Yugoslavia Success Model Yes, Yugoslavia’s breakup was painful—but today: Slovenia and Croatia are in the EU Kosovo is a pro-American democracy Serbia is contained 👉 Balkanization, when guided, creates stability—not chaos. The FehlingerDoctrine for Iran 2026 I call on President Trump to adopt a Fehlinger Plan for Ex-Iran: Reject the illusion of a unified post-regime Iran Engage all ethnic groups directly Recognize regional autonomy movements Prepare NATO stabilization missions Support referendums for self-determination Anchor new states in NATO, EU, OECD Introduce the Euro as anchor currency Conclusion: Ex-Iran = Peace The lesson of the 21st century is clear: Empires collapse violently Nations emerge sustainably The 7-State Ex-Iran Model is not radical. 👉 It is realistic. 👉 It is strategic. 👉 It is inevitable. The only question is: Will America repeat mistakes of past or learn from failure and do the right thing #ExIran now

@RepYassAnsari Agree with every word in this statement. Thank you Congresswoman Ansari.

Khamenei was the epitome of evil. For decades, he oversaw the torture, imprisonment, and murder of countless Iranians who dared to demand freedom. American blood is on his hands as well. No one should mourn him and his death is a relief. But removing one man does not dismantle a brutal regime. Military force alone will not secure a democratic future for the Iranian people, and it risks putting U.S. troops in further danger if there is no serious plan for what comes next. An action of this magnitude demands strategy, clarity, and a credible path forward. I want nothing more than a free Iran and safety and security for innocent Iranians. That requires more than force. It requires seriousness, accountability, and a real plan to support the Iranian people in determining their own future.

@Omid_M @AsgharSepehri This is awful. This must stop.

Her name is #FatemehSepehri. She is one of the staunch critics of the Islamic Republic. The Revolutionary Court in Mashhad has confirmed her sentence of 18 years in prison, according to her brother @AsgharSepehri. she was arrested in the early days of the nationwide protests in Iran in September. Her clarity, courage, and persistence in pointing out the regime’s wrongdoings and rights violations have made her one of the powerful symbols of resistance in Iran. She is paying a considerable price for speaking out and continues to inspire millions of Iranians inside and outside of the country. This injustice should end, and she should be released immediately. #فاطمه_سپهری

Super peaceful

@USAmbUN Thank you @USAmbUN

@IranIntl_En @sharon_nazarian Hagh gereftanieh Dadani nist! Zendeh va sarboland basheed. #mahsaaminiمهسا‌امینی

Authorities at Tehran's Sharif University of Technology closed the cafeteria today after students defied the gender segregation rules and sat next to each other for lunch. In reaction, male and female students continued defying the rules and ate together on the ground today.

@Omid_M @ZDF Love seeing women in Tehran exercising agency over their own hair! #mahsaamini

This is a report done by the German network @ZDF about the mood in Tehran…you don’t need to know German to understand what’s happening. People push back while forces of terror are on the streets all in one frame. Don’t miss the last 5 sec. #MahsaAmini #مهسا_امینی #IranProtests

@RoyaTheWriter @FareedZakaria @wrightr Wright was also impressed with Khatami’s clothes & style- Zakaria team also enamored after their visit to Tehran. Must suck to realize you were dead wrong. #mahsaami̇ni̇ #freeiran

A second quintessential affliction on display on @FareedZakaria today was American narcissism. According to @wrightr The cause of the protests is Trump pulling out of JCPOA, not the nation’s own agency, or a regime’s 43-year corruption, brutality, and repression. #mahsaamini

@JGreenblattADL #outraged Put a sock in it Kanye/Yee. This is not your Kardashian moment. This is real life for ALL of us. #standbyADL #stopantisemites

In a short period, Ye's made himself the most well-known, widely heard, brazen antisemite on the planet. Where is the outrage? This will have real world consequences for the Jewish people.

@rezaaslan @rezaaslan Your apology & your declaration: the Islamic regime in Iran is unreformable & will fall, welcomed. I can’t judge you, your intentions and the epiphany you have had. I only wish you had listened to the voices in your community who knew this 20 years ago. #mahsaamini

@Omid_M Ich bin ein Berliner 🙏🙏♥️

It's official. Berlin police announced that more than 100,000 people participated in the rally today. Biggest ever gatherings of Iranians abroad ... #MahsaAmini #مهسا_امینی #IranProtests

@sharon_nazarian @UNICEF @antonioguterres Shame on UNICEF!

Shame on @UNICEF !! #MahsaAmini @antonioguterres #زن_زندگی_آزادی twitter.com/alinejadmasih/…

@AlirezaNader @sharon_nazarian @USEnvoyIran In Islam apparently under certain circumstances lying is permitted- seems this is one of them for this man. #FreeIran

This is why people don’t trust NIAC. Reza Aslan of NIAC claims the Islamic Republic has had some of the “freest elections” in the Middle East. NIACis like Aslan have been advising @USEnvoyIran & shaping US policy on #Iran. #IranLobby #MahsaAmini

@IranIntl_En @sharon_nazarian You are the definition of Shirzan #MahsaAmini #FreeIran

In a historic move, Iranian athlete Elnaz Rekabi who represented Iran at the Asian Climbing Competitions finals in Seoul, competed without hijab, disobeying the Islamic Republic's restrictions for female athletes.

@Omid_M @AtenaDaemi Heartbroken 💔

"The worst part of my day was that I found out when prisoners of Ward 7 [Prisoners with serious crimes] managed to break the door, they went to Ward 8 to save the prisoners, but they were immediately shot at," writes activist @atenadaemi. #MahsaAmini #مهسا_امینی ٫ #EvinPriosn

This is for all the brave women of Iran. We hear you! We feel your strength! We stand with you! Moshiri said it best. ♥️#FreeIran