The Iranian People Deserve Freedom , and the World Must Stop Looking Away
There are moments in history when silence becomes a form of participation. For many Iranians, that painful truth has lasted not just for years, but for generations. We have spoken, protested, mourned, and pleaded, often at great personal risk, while the world debated, delayed, and looked away. I’m writing this as an Iranian-Canadian: someone who…
February 14: Iranians Unite in Toronto, Los Angeles, and Munich , A Message the World Can’t Ignore
On February 14, Iranians and friends of Iran will gather in three major cities , Toronto, Los Angeles, and Munich , to stand together for one clear message: The Islamic Republic does not represent the Iranian people. This is not just a political statement. It’s a lived reality for millions of Iranians who have endured…
If “Foreign Enemies” Killed Our People(Iranians), Then Answer These Questions
(Al Jazeera) Al Jazeera (Jan 19, 2026): The regime’s “CIA/Mossad did it” narrative They say the CIA and Mossad are behind the deaths during protests. Fine. Then answer: (Amnesty International) Amnesty International (Jan 8, 2026): Lethal crackdown and confirmed killings (Dec 31, 2025–Jan 3, 2026) Amnesty reported at least 28 protesters and bystanders (including children)…
11780: The Unknown Who Never Came Home
There are tragedies that arrive with a name.And then there are tragedies that arrive with a number. 11780. No photo album.No ID card.No mother holding a folded jacket and begging a clerk, “Please… check again.”No father pressing his forehead against a cold wall, bargaining with God for one more chance to say goodbye.No sibling screaming…
Mani Rahnama
