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Protester Throws Tomato Juice at Ex-Prince Pahlavi; Germany Refuses Talks

4/24/2026

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A protester splashed tomato juice on ex-Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi at his Berlin press briefing.
Police detained the protester while Pahlavi left unharmed.
Pahlavi traveled to Berlin to rally European support for regime change in Iran, condemn the U.S.–Iran ceasefire and meet CDU lawmaker Armin Laschet.
Foreign minister Johann Wadephul said Germany would not hold talks with Pahlavi after he called the refusal to meet him a disgrace.

History

Historical Context

The 1979 Iranian Revolution overthrew Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, establishing the Islamic Republic under Ayatollah Khomeini. This shift marked the end of a 2,500-year monarchy, fueled by widespread discontent over corruption and Western influence. The revolution's aftermath continues to shape U.S.–Iran relations, as seen in recent protests against Reza Pahlavi's calls for support from European leaders like Germany's Armin Laschet.

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Story summary

A protester splashed tomato juice on ex-Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi at his Berlin press briefing.
Police detained the protester while Pahlavi left unharmed.
Pahlavi traveled to Berlin to rally European support for regime change in Iran, condemn the U.S.–Iran ceasefire and meet CDU lawmaker Armin Laschet.
Foreign minister Johann Wadephul said Germany would not hold talks with Pahlavi after he called the refusal to meet him a disgrace.

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