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Iranian youth in the UK, in a parliamentary conference, emphasized women and youth's roles in seeking a democratic republic.21/02/2024

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Report on Event

Rana Rahmanfard (Moderator)

Began by expressing gratitude to the guests, MPs, Roger Lyons, and members of the Anglo Iranian Youth Association. Provided an introduction to the Association's support for the NCRI and Mrs. Maryam Rajavi's 10-Point Plan. Outlined requests to the UK government, emphasizing proscribing the IRGC and supporting resistance units targeted during protests.

Melissa

Set the scene of life for women in Iran and discussed the growing voice of Iranian women in protests across the country.

MP Martyn Day

Highlighted the youth as the future of Iran, supporting open dialogue but acknowledging the need for recognizing the right to self-defense for resistance units and proscribing the IRGC as a terrorist organization.

Azadeh Zabeti

Stressed the role of women in protests since 2017, emphasizing the regime's responsibility for instability in the Middle East. Called for proscribing the IRGC, recognizing the right to self-defense, and supporting the NCRI's 10-Point Plan. Urged bringing the regime to justice via the ICC.

Mohammad Soleimani

Spoke about four decades of regime suppression, highlighting the generations of young people fighting against oppression and deserving justice for crimes committed against them.

Roger Lyons

Emphasized the possibility of achieving freedom, noting workers' strikes and the lack of unionization for workers in Iran. Expressed astonishment at the delay in cross-party support for proscribing the IRGC.

MP Jim Shannon

Shared a quote about the time it takes for freedom to come. Showed support for people of different faiths, women, and youth. Addressed acid attacks on women, IRGC terrorist activities, and its involvement in Putin's war against Ukraine.

Volodymyr Skuratovych

Stood against violence by the regime, especially concerning support for Russia (Putin) in the war against Ukraine. Advocated for democratic change in Iran for the benefit of all.

Ehsan Zabihi

Shared his personal journey, emphasizing finding solidarity in PMOI and the sacrifices made by them and the NCRI for his people.

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