Addressing an estimated 250,000 people in Munich, Reza Pahlavi - who has called for the overthrow of Iran’s Islamic regime - denounced a crackdown on recent protests there

https://feddit.org/post/25854413

Some people want the Shah back.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025–2026_Iranian_protests

Must be that they hope that it turns out well for them,

Initially sparked by frustration over record-high inflation, food prices, and currency depreciation

or sanctions work.

there will be absolutely no local support

You sure? Iran itself was eager to work with the US when Obama lifted sanctions. It’s just business. People know and don’t take it personal. After Syria, people in Iran know that they won’t get democracy. And yet they are doing some revolting.

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Coincidence that all are gaining traction?