Washington, January 9:
Prominent Iranian activist and journalist Masih Alinejad on Friday called on the international community to support ongoing anti‑government protests in Iran, saying the message from demonstrators across the country is clear — “the people do not want this regime.” In a series of posts on the social media platform X and during an appearance on Fox News, Alinejad said that as protests entered their 12th day, Iranians were united in rejecting the clerical leadership and would not allow reformists to take power under the current system. Her comments reflect mounting public frustration amid deepening economic hardship, including rising inflation and widespread dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of the economy.
Alinejad also criticised the Iranian authorities’ response to the unrest, particularly a nationwide internet blackout that she said was being used to limit communication among protesters and suppress information. She appealed directly to tech leaders, mentioning Elon Musk, to help restore internet access in the country at this critical juncture, and urged world leaders, including former U.S. President Donald Trump and the broader international community, to support Iranians in their pursuit of a secular democracy rather than dictatorship. Her call for global solidarity comes as demonstrations continue in multiple cities despite stern warnings from Iranian authorities and reports of crackdowns by security forces.
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