The Footprint of the Beatles Group in the Campaign Against the Islamic Republic and the Death Penalty in Iran

A location in northwest London, usually known for its art and music, witnessed a fresh scene on Sunday, May 12, with the presence of opponents of the Islamic Republic and death sentences in Iran. Right next to the pedestrian crossing that has gained worldwide fame due to the photos of the members of the famous music group 'The Beatles,' this time images of death row inmates in Iran created a different landscape. Another difference in this gathering was the presence of a group of artists who, instead of chanting slogans, recited poetry and sang songs; a place where art came to aid politics in expressing opposition to the government and executions. Some participants, like Parinaz Parto, who had previously escaped the repression of the Islamic Republic and managed to reach the free world, became the voice of their compatriots. Organizers of the gathering say that Abbey Road studio, which was once home to the Beatles, symbolizes the belief that art and music can transcend political boundaries and present human messages on a global stage. Parinaz Parto, the organizer of the London gathering, said, 'The Beatles, like Tomaj Salehi, were the protest singers of their time, and we are here to do something symbolic and support Tomaj as if he were a member of our family, drawing the attention of tourists and non-Iranian passersby to support him.' David Lee Morgan, an American poet and writer who has followed the situation in Iran since the 1979 revolution, said, 'I bow to the courage of the Iranian people and all their efforts to protest against the systematic tyranny of the regime. I have always been a serious supporter and admirer of the Iranian people and their revolutionary spirit.' He continued, 'I regret that their revolution in 1979 was hijacked by Islamic fundamentalism and turned into the existing fascist dictatorship. Now, witnessing this effort and sacrifice in the fight for freedom is very inspiring.' The gathering on Sunday took place in a location that was once the launch pad for the Beatles to the top of the list of the most influential music groups in history. A group that wanted to break the walls of prisons with its songs and build bridges between people beyond borders. More than 100 artists, musicians, and writers demanded the immediate cancellation of the death sentence and the release of Tomaj Salehi. The continuation of reactions to Tomaj Salehi's sentence; Adam Schiff: What is his crime? A call for accountability from the Iranian government through music. Human rights ambassadors from 11 European countries condemned the death sentence issued for Tomaj Salehi.