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Sheila Jackson Lee: A Legacy of Advocacy for Human Rights and Democracy

The world mourns the loss of Sheila Jackson Lee, the esteemed U.S. Congresswoman from Texas, whose untimely passing has left a void in the hearts of many.
The world mourns the loss of Sheila Jackson Lee, the esteemed U.S. Congresswoman from Texas, whose untimely passing has left a void in the hearts of many.

The world mourns the loss of Sheila Jackson Lee, the esteemed U.S. Congresswoman from Texas, whose untimely passing has left a void in the hearts of many.

 

Known for her unwavering dedication to human rights, democracy, and the Iranian Resistance, Jackson Lee’s legacy continues to inspire future generations to fight for justice and freedom, no matter the cost.

Internal Strife Deepens as Iran’s New Cabinet Formation Approaches

As Iran's clerical regime prepares to form a new cabinet, internal power struggles and factional disputes have reached a fever pitch, exposing deep divisions within the government.
As Iran's clerical regime prepares to form a new cabinet, internal power struggles and factional disputes have reached a fever pitch, exposing deep divisions within the government.

 

The selection process for the new cabinet has become a battleground for prominent figures and factions, each vying for influence and control. Hashim Hosseini Bushehri, the influential Friday Prayer Leader in Qom, has publicly urged President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian to appoint cabinet members who align with the policies of former President Ebrahim Raisi and have the endorsement of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

Iran: Unrest Brews as Campaign to Unseat Mayor Zakani Gains Momentum

The political landscape in Tehran is becoming increasingly volatile as a campaign to remove Mayor Alireza Zakani intensifies.
The political landscape in Tehran is becoming increasingly volatile as a campaign to remove Mayor Alireza Zakani intensifies.

The political landscape in Tehran is becoming increasingly volatile as a campaign to remove Mayor Alireza Zakani intensifies.

 

This internal strife within the clerical regime comes on the heels of a controversial presidential election, underscoring deep-seated dissatisfaction among the regime’s ranks.

Bipartisan House Resolution Condemns Iranian Regime, Backs Iranian Resistance

In a landmark bipartisan effort, 223 representatives from both the Democratic and Republican parties in the United States House of Representatives have endorsed Resolution 1148.
In a landmark bipartisan effort, 223 representatives from both the Democratic and Republican parties in the United States House of Representatives have endorsed Resolution 1148.

In a landmark bipartisan effort, 223 representatives from both the Democratic and Republican parties in the United States House of Representatives have endorsed Resolution 1148.

 

This resolution strongly condemns the Iranian regime’s terrorism, regional proxy wars, and internal suppression while expressing robust support for the Iranian Resistance. The resolution, prompted by the escalating threat posed by Iran since October 2023, calls for significant international intervention.

Widespread Protests Erupt Across Iran Over Economic and Environmental Issues

Iran is witnessing a surge in protests as citizens from various regions express their frustrations over economic hardships, environmental degradation, and government inaction.Iran is witnessing a surge in protests as citizens from various regions express their frustrations over economic hardships, environmental degradation, and government inaction.
Iran is witnessing a surge in protests as citizens from various regions express their frustrations over economic hardships, environmental degradation, and government inaction.

Iran is witnessing a surge in protests as citizens from various regions express their frustrations over economic hardships, environmental degradation, and government inaction.Iran is witnessing a surge in protests as citizens from various regions express their frustrations over economic hardships, environmental degradation, and government inaction.

 

In Tehran, customers of the state-backed Modiran Vehicle Manufacturing Company rallied on July 17, outraged over a sudden 20% increase in vehicle prices. The protesters demanded accountability and fair pricing practices, following a previous protest outside the government’s consumer protection office.

Mahan Taraj Discusses Iranian Resistance to Combat Regime Misinformation

In the latest episode of the podcast “Iran, the Untold Story,” host Azadeh Zabeti welcomed jurist and women’s and human rights activist Mahan Taraj, joining from Paris, France.
In the latest episode of the podcast “Iran, the Untold Story,” host Azadeh Zabeti welcomed jurist and women’s and human rights activist Mahan Taraj, joining from Paris, France.

 

The episode provided an in-depth look into Mahan’s life, her family’s involvement with the Iranian Resistance movement, and her recent initiative to launch a French-language podcast. Mahan began by sharing her early life in Iran and subsequent relocation to France as a refugee in 1987.

Call for Change: Senator Sam Brownback’s Appeal at the Free Iran 2024 Summit

On July 1, at the Free Iran 2024 World Summit in Paris, Senator Sam Brownback, a former US Governor and Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom delivered a compelling speech advocating for regime change in Iran to ensure peace in the Middle East.
On July 1, at the Free Iran 2024 World Summit in Paris, Senator Sam Brownback, a former US Governor and Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom delivered a compelling speech advocating for regime change in Iran to ensure peace in the Middle East.

On July 1, at the Free Iran 2024 World Summit in Paris, Senator Sam Brownback, a former US Governor and Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom delivered a compelling speech advocating for regime change in Iran to ensure peace in the Middle East.

 

Brownback emphasized that the current regime, dominated by the ruling mullahs, is a significant obstacle to regional stability. Senator Brownback underscored his enduring commitment to this cause, recalling his collaboration with the late Senators Joe Lieberman and John McCain. He reiterated that peace in the Middle East is unattainable as long as the current Iranian regime remains in power, insisting that regime change must come from the Iranian people themselves.

PMOI resistance units defy repression with widespread activities across Iran

In the face of a repressive regime, the Resistance Units of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) continued to expand their activities across Iran, calling for regime change and the establishment of a democratic republic that rejects both the Shah regime and the mullahs’ rule.
In the face of a repressive regime, the Resistance Units of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) continued to expand their activities across Iran, calling for regime change and the establishment of a democratic republic that rejects both the Shah regime and the mullahs’ rule.

 

These courageous activists are reiterating their commitment to overthrow the ruling theocracy and establish a democratic, secular republic based on the separation of religion and state.

Izabela Konopacka: Iranians Will Soon See the Wall of Oppression Crumble

On June 30, the Free Iran 2024 World Summit in Paris was marked by a compelling address from Izabela Konopacka, President of the European Bars Federation.
On June 30, the Free Iran 2024 World Summit in Paris was marked by a compelling address from Izabela Konopacka, President of the European Bars Federation.

 

Representing nearly one million lawyers from the Council of Europe, Konopacka delivered a powerful message of solidarity with the Iranian people’s fight for freedom and justice. She drew poignant parallels between the current situation in Iran and the historic fall of the Berlin Wall, symbolizing the collapse of oppressive regimes in Eastern Europe.

Political Turmoil in Iran Amid Government Transition

As Iran's clerical regime prepares to establish a new government, intense power struggles erupt among rival factions, with media outlets aligned with these factions serving as platforms for public disputes.
As Iran's clerical regime prepares to establish a new government, intense power struggles erupt among rival factions, with media outlets aligned with these factions serving as platforms for public disputes.

As Iran's clerical regime prepares to establish a new government, intense power struggles erupt among rival factions, with media outlets aligned with these factions serving as platforms for public disputes.

 

This infighting directly contradicts Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s calls for unity and adherence to the administration of the late President Ebrahim Raisi.