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Exiled Prince Urges U.S. Support for Iranian Protests

1/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi urged U.S. intervention to support protests in Iran and asked U.S. President Donald Trump to back the demonstrators.
Pahlavi said Iranians are hopeful for U.S. support and called for decisive action against Iran's leadership, targeting Ayatollah Khamenei.
The currency-crisis protests have gained momentum, with chants in support of the Pahlavi family.
Trump is reportedly considering military options against Iran's leadership.

History

Historical Context

The 1979 Iranian Revolution overthrew Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, establishing an Islamic Republic led by Ayatollah Khomeini. The U.S. had previously supported the Shah with over $1 billion in annual military aid. Today, Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi's call for U.S. intervention reflects ongoing tensions, as protests against Iran's leadership continue to highlight the struggle for democratic reforms.

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Story summary

Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi urged U.S. intervention to support protests in Iran and asked U.S. President Donald Trump to back the demonstrators.
Pahlavi said Iranians are hopeful for U.S. support and called for decisive action against Iran's leadership, targeting Ayatollah Khamenei.
The currency-crisis protests have gained momentum, with chants in support of the Pahlavi family.
Trump is reportedly considering military options against Iran's leadership.

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