Empress Farah Pahlavi, in a message commemorating the anniversary of Mahsa (Jina) Amini's death in police custody and 'other victims on the path to freedom,' called for unity 'to keep the flame of the Woman, Life, Freedom revolution alive.' In the message published on Saturday, September 9, she referred to Mahsa Amini as 'the daughter of Iran,' who was 'killed for her most basic right to life,' and stated that after Mahsa's death, 'an old wound reopened, causing the women and men of a nation, from every corner of this land, to unite in heart and voice and speak of woman, life, freedom.' Empress Farah Pahlavi described Mahsa Amini as 'the representative of all those ... who have advanced step by step over the past 44 years to push back against religious tyranny and to compensate for the historical backwardness of their homeland and rebuild it,' and referred to the names of the victims as 'the identity card of Iran.' She expressed sympathy for the families of the victims seeking justice, who are under increasing pressure and harassment from the 'regime,' stating, 'This shared pain is our covenant for reaching a shared healing.' In her message, Empress Farah Pahlavi also called on 'all patriotic military and law enforcement forces' to 'fulfill their human and patriotic duty and protect the lives of their compatriots against the oppressors.' She urged for unity 'to keep the flame of the Woman, Life, Freedom revolution alive' and expressed hope that 'light will triumph over darkness.'
Empress Farah Pahlavi on the Anniversary of Mahsa Amini: Let's Unite to Keep the 'Flame of Revolution' Alive
Empress Farah Pahlavi commemorated Mahsa Amini's death, urging unity to sustain the 'Woman, Life, Freedom' revolution. She emphasized the importance of collective action against oppression and called for military forces to protect citizens. This message highlights ongoing struggles for women's rights and freedom in Iran.
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📰 What Happened
Empress Farah Pahlavi commemorated the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, calling for unity among Iranians to continue the fight for women's rights and freedom. She emphasized the importance of collective action against oppression and urged military forces to protect citizens.
- Mahsa Amini died in police custody, sparking protests across Iran.
- Farah Pahlavi's message highlights the ongoing struggle for women's rights in Iran.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Mahsa Amini's death in 2022 ignited widespread protests against the Iranian regime, particularly focusing on women's rights and personal freedoms. The 'Woman, Life, Freedom' movement has become a rallying cry for those opposing the government's oppressive policies.
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