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Iran Summons German Ambassador Over Massive Anti-Regime Protest

2/18/2026

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On February 17, Iran summoned Germany's ambassador to protest anti-Iran activities after a February 14 Munich protest.
The protest drew about 250,000 people and featured Reza Pahlavi (Iranian opposition figure).
Iran's state media said the ambassador was informed of Iran's dissatisfaction with Germany's stance toward the Islamic Republic.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz previously suggested the regime's end was near.
International organizations estimate the toll exceeds 7,000.

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On February 17, Iran summoned Germany's ambassador to protest anti-Iran activities after a February 14 Munich protest.
The protest drew about 250,000 people and featured Reza Pahlavi (Iranian opposition figure).
Iran's state media said the ambassador was informed of Iran's dissatisfaction with Germany's stance toward the Islamic Republic.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz previously suggested the regime's end was near.
International organizations estimate the toll exceeds 7,000.