Any protest against war in the Middle East that only focuses on the role of Israel and the U.S./U.S. allies, and does not oppose the role of the Iranian government, is a capitulation to Iranian imperialism and a betrayal of the ongoing popular struggles inside Iran.
Author: Frieda Afary
Iran’s Presidential Election Puts Spotlight on Domestic Situation
In a poll conducted by Zamaneh in June 2024, Iranians overwhelmingly said that the presidential election will not improve their lives. 69% wanted a fundamental transformation of the political system.
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No To Warmongering: Statement by a Group of Iranian Civil Rights Activists
We believe that in the current situation, saying “no to warmongering” is a necessary position both to reject the militarist structure of the Islamic Republic and to clearly delineate a stand against war and bloodshed in the region.
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US Left Must Link With Progressive Forces in Middle East to Stop Regional War
Progressives in Iran and the US must connect horizontally to resist militarism as our leaders escalate their threats.
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Iranian Progressives Respond to Israel’s Genocidal Assault on Palestinians
Iranian progressives, strongly condemn Israel’s bombing of the people of Gaza. While they emphasize the genocidal character of the Israeli siege of Gaza, they also strongly condemn Hamas’s October 7 assault on Israeli civilians, planned with the Iranian government’s extensive training and support.
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