Tensions in the Middle East have skyrocketed following Israeli and US strikes on Iran, prompting retaliatory actions from Tehran and activating Israel’s defense systems. In a pivotal statement amid the chaos, Reza Pahlavi, the exiled Crown Prince of Iran, expressed gratitude to the United States for fulfilling its pledge of humanitarian assistance to the Iranian people.
Reza Pahlavi, son of the last Shah of Iran, emphasized that the aid targets the Islamic regime, not the Iranian populace. ‘The promise made by the US President to the people of Iran is now being honored,’ he declared. ‘This is humanitarian help aimed squarely at the oppressive Islamic government.’
He rallied Iranians with a message of hope: ‘Victory will ultimately belong to the Iranian people. The responsibility for change lies with you.’ Urging vigilance, Pahlavi called on citizens to stay prepared and await his signal to take to the streets at the right moment.
Addressing Iran’s military directly, he reminded them of their oath: ‘You swore to protect Iran and its people—not the Islamic Republic or its leaders. Join the people and help bring about a stable, secure transition.’ He also advised civilians to remain indoors for safety while maintaining security measures.
Pahlavi’s words come after Saturday’s missile strikes on Iran around 11 AM Indian time, which US President Donald Trump confirmed as a joint operation with Israel to topple Tehran’s government and hand power to ordinary Iranians. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu framed it as an existential battle against global terror threats.
As the final victory draws near, Pahlavi vowed to return soon to help rebuild Iran alongside its people, signaling a potential turning point in the region’s volatile dynamics.