In Houston, Iranian protesters urge U.S. leaders not to trust Iran’s regime during negotiations, advocating for regime change.
HOUSTON — Amid ongoing negotiations between U.S. and Iranian leaders, hundreds of protesters from Houston’s Iranian community gathered outside the Galleria.
Several told KHOU 11 that, regardless of the outcome of those talks, they want to see regime change in Iran.
“This is our last option — what we’re doing right now — asking for foreign military intervention,” Arshia said.
“Whatever deal they make, it should lead to this regime being gone,” Diana Rohani said. “The man in this picture is the opposition leader for us. He is the son of our leader before the revolution.”
Many protesters held signs featuring Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi. Those who spoke with KHOU 11 said they support him leading a transitional government following the death of Ali Khamenei.
“We want regime change for Iran. We have chosen Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi to lead us through this,” Parmida said.
“He is the only solution for the Iranian people,” Farshad said.
As discussions continue, protesters say they have a message for U.S. leaders.
“We are trying to let the U.S. know: do not trust this regime while negotiating with them,” Kiana Komeizi said. “They have held our country hostage for the last 47 years. We want them out.”
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