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Iran's Crown Prince Calls for National Uprising Amid Protests

1/8/2026

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Reza Pahlavi, Crown Prince of Iran, said he is ready to return to Iran, his first visit since 1979.
Protests have spread to more than 100 cities, with at least 36 deaths and 2,000 arrests.
He seeks a democratic transition through a peaceful referendum.
Pahlavi called for a national uprising and urged the military to side with the people.

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Reza Pahlavi, Crown Prince of Iran, said he is ready to return to Iran, his first visit since 1979.
Protests have spread to more than 100 cities, with at least 36 deaths and 2,000 arrests.
He seeks a democratic transition through a peaceful referendum.
Pahlavi called for a national uprising and urged the military to side with the people.