Bahar Davis_Afshar
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Bahar Davis_Afshar
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This question posed by @LantosSwettK at the @OsloFF below arises frequently about Prince Reza Pahlavi and his ability to be a figure that could bring unity and lead an organized body for change like a government in exile. I believe it is an important one to answer, despite the fact that it is sensitive and likely to evoke strong emotions on all sides. I will do my best to present as balanced a perspective as possible. After 23 years in Iranian opposition circles, I am convinced beyond a shadow of a doubt that, at this critical juncture in history, we need pluralism in our transition to democracy if that transition is to be not only peaceful but also durable. It is fantastic that Prince Reza Pahlavi has inspired a large number of Iranians to rise up. However, to succeed in this struggle against the regime, we need even more and broader participation and support. Over the course of my adult life, I have come to better understand the vast ethnic, cultural and political diversity that exists throughout Iran, as well as the experiences and sensitivities of its many communities. I learned that their reality was not always the same as the positive and often idealized memories my family shared with me about life under the Shah’s monarchy. Many communities experienced hardship both before and after the revolution. This reality needs to be acknowledged. Past wrongs should be recognized, including done by SAVAAK, apologies offered where appropriate, and reconciliation pursued if a traumatized society is to move forward. That process should begin now. Ethnic leaders must be respected and consulted. Equally important, grassroots civil society leaders with the ability to mobilize people inside Iran must have a seat at the table. Students, labour unions, teachers’ associations, human rights advocates, lawyers, women’s rights activists, and other civic leaders should all be included in dialogue and decision-making. A democratic transition will only succeed if it is inclusive, representative, and capable of earning the trust of all segments of Iranian society. Ideally, the end goal would be the formation of either a government in exile or a pluralistic, representative transitional council. Such an approach could help address the expectations of many Iranians while also aligning with the preferences of international partners, including in the United States and Europe, who have encouraged the development of a broader coalition. One step before that would be to bring representative leaders with real mobilization power together so they can communicate, listen to each other’s minimal demands and red lines, and begin to contemplate a co-created roadmap for transition, or at the very least cooperate and coordinate under an umbrella. This would help ensure the most peaceful and durable transition to democracy.







🇮🇷 Rezaee, Senior Advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader: "Trump must make decisions independently of Israel. Release our frozen assets. Stop the blockade. If Trump has the courage, many issues will be resolved." The question isn't whether Iran wants a deal, but whether Washington can accept the terms attached to it.

During my visit to Oslo I met with @dagiulstein, MP, leader of the Christian Democrats and party leadership at the Parliament. They were clear and direct in their support for the people of Iran. We will continue to work together to ensure Iranians' demand for freedom are heard.





جهان نگران اسلامهراسی است یا نگران اعدام بیش از ۱۶۰۰ نفر فقط در یک سال زیر سایه حکومت اسلامی؟ من ایرانیام، در ایران زندگی کردم، از گشت ارشاد اسلامی کتک خوردم، زندانی شدم، قوانین عقب ماندهی ازدواج و طلاق را زیر شرع اسلام زندگی کردم و برعکس خیلیها که فعلا نگران ترویج اسلامهراسی هستند، نگران ایرانم و عادیسازی اسلامگرایی. حکومت اسلامی باید به زباله دان برود و تروریستها باید از بین بروند نه آنکه اصلاح شوند… سخنرانی کاملم در اجلاس جهانی AJC Global Forum
















