Prince Reza Pahlavi: The War in the Region is Not the War of the Iranian People, It is a Dictator's War, Meaning Ali Khamenei

Prince Reza Pahlavi spoke on Tuesday evening, October 23, local time, at the Richard Nixon Foundation, stating: "The winds of war are blowing in our region, but this war is not the war of the Iranian people; it is the war of a dictator, namely Ali Khamenei." During the ceremony to receive the annual 'Architect of Peace' award from the Richard Nixon Foundation, he emphasized that "the Iranian people seek peace, security, and a future free from tyranny" and added: "I dedicate this award to the people of Iran, who are the true architects of peace, and I thank the Nixon Library for standing alongside the Iranian people." Prince Reza Pahlavi noted: "Most friends told me that I would not succeed in the struggle for my country's freedom because I lack government support, adequate funding, and an army, but now, I have an incredibly brave army made up of compatriots from across the country." The son of the late Shah of Iran also stated: "My father tirelessly worked to build a modern and progressive Iran, a country where economic growth, education, and development would flourish, just as he and Iran during his time were pillars of stability in the Middle East." In another part of his speech, Prince Reza Pahlavi recalled President Nixon's support for his father during the difficult years after his exile and stated: "At a time when many world leaders turned away from my father, Nixon stood by him." He also expressed gratitude for the sacrifices of the Iranian people, saying: "The greatest affirmation of my father's actions comes not from governments but from the voices of ordinary Iranians, who are also fighting for a better future today."