The conference, named “Iran: One Year after the Popular Uprising,” saw vocal endorsements for a democratic, secular, and nuclear-free Iran from its attendees, including members of the Bundestag.
Notable parliamentary groups such as the Christian Democratic Union of Germany (CDU), Christian Social Union (CSU), Free Democratic Party (liberal), and Die Linkspartei (left-wing) were all represented. Mrs. Elisabeth Winkelmeier-Becker, Chairwoman of the Federal Parliament’s Legal Committee, and Mr. Carsten Müller, a senior member of the Judiciary Committee, were among the prominent participants.
In her keynote speech, Iranian opposition President-elect Maryam Rajavi of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), highlighted the Iranian regime’s failure to quell the resistance, citing the relentless actions of the Resistance Units.
Conference in Berlin, “#Iran: One Year After the Popular Uprising”
Europe’s political and economic interests are best served by staying away from the clerical regime and standing with the people of Iran#IranRevolution pic.twitter.com/zTvR3lAcgt— Maryam Rajavi (@Maryam_Rajavi) September 29, 2023
She critiqued the complacency of European governments, stating that this attitude emboldens the Iranian regime’s agents, whose primary objective is to spread disinformation about the PMOI and the NCRI. Rajavi passionately argued for global recognition of the Iranian people’s right to resist, the blacklisting of the IRGC as a terrorist organization, and other strong measures against the regime.
MP Carsten Müller urged the international community to remain vigilant about Iran’s alleged infiltration strategies, pointing out the potential dangers of regime propagandists holding influential positions within the German Foreign Ministry.
#Berlin – #Iran briefing with members of the German Bundestag: Against the executions, for a democratic & secular Republic of Iran – speakers showed solidarity with #IranRevolution & support for #FreeIran10PointsPlan by @Maryam_Rajavi pic.twitter.com/SUYaiT8Xmq
— Javad Dabiran (@JavadDabiran) September 29, 2023
MP Diana Stöcker presented alarming statistics, revealing that over 520 individuals had been executed in Iran since the beginning of the year. She championed the National Council of Resistance’s Ten-Point Plan, describing it as a foundational blueprint for a democratic constitution in Iran.
Katrin Bornmüller, Honorary President of the International Society for Human Rights in Germany, reminded attendees of the 1988 massacre, where 30,000 opponents of the regime met a brutal end. She stressed the importance of preserving testimonies from witnesses of these heinous crimes.
One of the most poignant moments of the conference was the testimonies from former political detainees and families of the 1988 massacre victims, shedding light on the horrific conditions within Iranian prisons.
The spirit of countless victims of #1988Massacre, whose identities and resting places remain unknown, continues to live on throughout the country, cultivating the seeds of rebellion and revolt because of their sacrifice.pic.twitter.com/k2BJxdgHn7
The fact that the Iranian people…— Maryam Rajavi (@Maryam_Rajavi) July 29, 2023
This Berlin conference, with its diverse representation, is emblematic of a growing international concern for Iran’s domestic and foreign policies. The resounding message from participants was clear: there’s a need for decisive global action in support of the Iranian people’s aspirations for democracy, freedom, and justice.
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