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Brussels Rally Backs Maryam Rajavi’s Third Option for Iran: No to War, No to Appeasement, Yes to Regime Change
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PMOI Resistance Units in Zahedan the torch of Mossadegh and freedom in Iran
On the anniversary of the historic July 21, 1952, national uprising, PMOI Resistance Units in Zahedan have sent a powerful message of defiance against the ruling clerical dictatorship. This date commemorates a landmark event where the Iranian people took to the streets in massive numbers to successfully force the Shah to reinstate the popular and democratically-oriented Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh, marking a major victory for popular sovereignty against monarchic rule.
By staging public activities and displaying banners that link this legacy to the current struggle, the Resistance Units have reaffirmed the Iranian people’s four-decade-long quest to establish a democratic republic. These actions are not merely a commemoration of history, but a clear declaration that the fight for freedom and independence in Iran is a continuous, organized struggle that will not be deterred.
MEK Supporters in Mannheim Call for End to Executions and Freedom for Iranian Political Prisoners
Mannheim, Germany – July 18, 2025: Supporters of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) rallied and organized an exhibition in Mannheim to highlight the escalating human rights crisis in Iran.
The event drew attention to 15 political prisoners currently facing execution and called for an immediate halt to all executions in Iran, along with the release of all political prisoners. The gathering strongly condemned the Iranian regime’s ongoing repression and paid tribute to the martyrs of the Iranian Revolution—those who were executed or killed during nationwide uprisings. The exhibition aimed to raise public awareness about the regime’s brutal practices and honor those who sacrificed their lives for freedom.
Political Prisoners in Qarchak Condemn the Forcible Exile of Saeed Masouri
A group of female political prisoners supporting the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran, detained in Qarchak Prison, sent out a statement condemning the Iranian regime’s efforts to forcibly transfer Saeed Masouri—one of the longest-serving political prisoners in Iran, from Ghezel Hessar Prison to the Prison of Zahedan, in Sistan and Baluchestan province, southeastern Iran. They warned of what they described as an escalating campaign of repression targeting political prisoners.
Three Prisoners Executed in Kermanshah, Khorramabad, and Rasht Prisons in Iran
Three prisoners were executed in different prisons across Iran, specifically in the cities of Kermanshah, Khorramabad, and Rasht. Additionally, one prisoner has been transferred to solitary confinement in Lakan Prison, Rasht, in preparation for the implementation of his death sentence. On the morning of Tuesday, July 15, 2025, Hamed Jalilian, a prisoner from Kermanshah, was executed in Kermanshah Central Prison. He had previously been arrested on murder charges and sentenced to death. According to the Iran Human Rights Society, another prisoner named Kianoush Khosravi Siah-Bidi was also executed in the same prison on the same day.
Political Prisoners at Ghezel Hesar Warn of Escalating Repression Amid Wartime Climate
On Wednesday, July 16, 2025, an attempt by Iranian prison authorities to forcibly transfer Saeed Masouri, the longest-held political prisoners in Iran, was halted due to collective resistance by fellow political prisoners at Qezel Hesar Prison, located in Karaj, near Tehran.
According to a statement released by these prisoners, officials sought to move Masouri, imprisoned for 25 years, to an undisclosed location. Security agents reportedly used deception and pressure tactics, summoning Masouri under the pretext of administrative matters. After he passed through the barred gate leading to the office of Ward 4’s director, the door was locked behind him. However, recognizing the pattern from past experiences, Masouri suspected the true intention was to forcibly transfer him elsewhere.
From War to Turmoil: Iran’s Leaders Reveal Their Fear of Collapse
As cracks widen in the security and legitimacy of the Iranian regime, conflicting statements from officials are revealing a deepening state of panic, confusion, and growing fear of being overthrown.
Following the end of Iran’s 12-day war with Israel, the regime’s top political figures—across different factions and institutions—have become more open in expressing the regime’s internal fragility. Statements from high-ranking officials, including President Masoud Pezeshkian, his advisors, and former Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, paint a picture of a leadership gripped by paranoia over espionage, popular uprisings, and geopolitical isolation. Despite public reassurances of stability, these remarks suggest a regime operating under immense pressure—perhaps at its weakest point in decades.
Bijan Kazemi Transferred to an Intelligence Ministry Safe House in Qom
On Wednesday, July 16, Bijan Kazemi, a political prisoner detained since January 2025, informed his mother during a brief phone call—his first in 12 days of total silence—that he had been transferred to one of the Intelligence Ministry’s safe houses in the city of Qom. This was his first communication since his suspicious transfer from Greater Tehran Prison and he has heightened concerns over his physical and mental well-being, including the risk of torture and enforced disappearance.
His mother, Ms. Khosravi, said in a statement: “Bijan called tonight and said he is imprisoned in one of the Intelligence Ministry’s safe houses in Qom. I don’t know if he is alive or not.”
Three Civilians Shot and Killed by Iranian Security Forces in Khomein
The state-run IRIB news agency published a vague report stating that following a shooting near a “military center,” three “compatriots were martyred.” The dimensions of the incident remain unclear. About two weeks earlier, two young nature tourists were also killed by security forces in the city of Hamedan.
According to the report, on the evening of Thursday, July 17, individuals described by IRIB as “security guards of a military center” in Khomein, located in Iran’s Markazi province, became suspicious of two passing vehicles and opened fire, resulting in the “martyrdom of three compatriots.”
The same report quoted the Khomein county prosecutor as confirming the incident, stating: “A judicial case has been opened, and the details of the incident are under investigation.”
Class Stratification Crisis in Iran’s Education System
Iran’s education system is rapidly moving toward class stratification. Built on profiteering and political interests, this system sees neither the regime nor the government fulfilling their responsibilities in this sector. In practice, underprivileged families cannot afford their children’s education. This situation endangers the future of upcoming generations.
Most families with school-age children face the challenge of finding a suitable school. The number of public schools is generally low. Due to overcrowding and lack of resources, the quality of education in public schools has declined.
As a result, families are forced to enroll their children in private schools. One or two decades ago, getting into these schools was relatively easy. Now, these schools only accept students who meet their standards.
Iran’s Confrontational Response to Looming Snapback Sanctions Threatens Diplomatic Resolution
As Western powers edge closer to reimposing UN sanctions on Iran, Tehran escalates military rhetoric and blames the West for the breakdown in nuclear negotiations.
With the clock ticking toward the expiration of diplomatic avenues, the Iranian regime has launched a coordinated and aggressive response to growing Western pressure over its nuclear program. As European nations, supported by the United States, prepare to potentially invoke the “snapback” mechanism under UN Security Council Resolution 2231, Iranian officials are issuing a string of threats that suggest a renewed pivot away from diplomacy and toward military confrontation.
UK Parliament Endorses Democratic Change in Iran: A Shift Toward the ‘Third Option’
Cross-party support in London strengthens international recognition of Iran’s organized resistance as a viable democratic alternative to the ruling regime.
On July 16, 2025, the UK Parliament hosted a major political event under the title “The Third Option: Change by the Iranian People and Resistance”. Chaired by Baroness Uddin and attended by members of both the House of Commons and House of Lords from across the political spectrum, the conference reflected a growing consensus around a new direction in policy toward Iran—one that rejects both military intervention and appeasement in favor of democratic regime change from within.
Also, read Iran News in Brief – July 19, 2025