On March 9, 2025, Maryam Rajavi addressed an Iranian Resistance rally in Washington, D.C., highlighting the regime’s failures and ongoing repression. Iran faces internal strife with political dismissals and calls for the “Chastity and Hijab” bill. Fuel smuggling crises, demands for wage increases amidst inflation, and exhibitions exposing human rights violations marked the backdrop of this turbulent period. Additionally, rallies in Copenhagen emphasized the urgency surrounding political prisoners’ rights.
On March 9, 2025, the Iranian Resistance rallied in Washington, D.C. Maryam Rajavi addressed attendees, emphasizing the Iranian regime’s increasing failures, particularly under Khamenei’s leadership. She condemned Khamenei’s oppressive tactics, including executions and the acceleration of nuclear weapons development. Rajavi reiterated the need for a united effort to dismantle Iran’s nuclear program, highlighting the regime’s vulnerabilities exposed during past negotiations.
Recent political upheaval in Iran was marked by the dismissal of key figures, including Economy Minister Abdolnasser Hemmati and Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif. This reflects a significant shift within the regime amidst parliamentary demands for the controversial “Chastity and Hijab” bill, which had previously stalled due to public opposition. Parliament members urged the enactment of the restrictive laws to assert control over societal norms.
Fuel smuggling has emerged as a critical economic crisis in Iran, with an estimated 20 to 30 million liters of fuel being smuggled daily. The regime’s Minister of Economic Affairs disclosed that fuel smuggling contributes over $30 billion annually to corrupt networks, highlighting the broader implications for Iran’s economy. This volume, if utilized for public welfare, could significantly improve living standards for citizens.
On International Women’s Day, political prisoner Forough Taghipour shared her experiences of resistance against an oppressive regime from within Evin Prison. Despite facing severe repression and lengthy sentences, Taghipour remains an emblem of resilience, inspired by Rajavi’s vision for a liberated future for Iranian women.
Labor unions and women’s rights advocates in Iran have announced demands for next year’s minimum wage not to fall below 600 million rials (approximately 666 USD), citing the incessant inflation that has rendered their current earnings insufficient. They argue that failure to adjust wages in accordance with living costs is unacceptable and constitutes a moral failing of the government.
As the Iranian new year approaches, experts predict further price hikes in essential goods, exacerbating the ongoing economic crisis. The regime’s focus appears to be on punitive measures rather than effective market solutions, leaving many questions regarding the government’s ability to stabilize the economy amidst rising inflation affecting citizen livelihoods.
In Paris, an exhibition organized by supporters of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran sought to illuminate the Iranian regime’s human rights violations. Documentation of oppression, including increased executions of political prisoners, has been presented to raise awareness and solidarity with the ongoing Iranian Revolution.
A rally in Copenhagen echoed similar sentiments, where supporters of the PMOI condemned the death sentences imposed on political prisoners and demanded their immediate release. The demonstrators expressed alarm over the imminent execution of prisoners associated with the PMOI, calling for urgent international intervention to protect their rights and lives.
In summary, the Iranian political landscape is undergoing significant turmoil, marked by high-profile dismissals and escalating repression. The Iranian Resistance continues to rally for change amidst a backdrop of human rights violations and economic distress. The urgent demands for minimum wage adjustments and public security reforms indicate a critical moment for the Iranian populace’s rights, while international awareness efforts underscore the regime’s ongoing oppression. The recent exhibitions and rallies illustrate the relentless global advocacy for freedom and justice in Iran, emphasizing the need for concerted action against the regime’s human rights abuses.
Original Source: www.ncr-iran.org
