Excerpts from Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi’s Press Conference in Paris– 23 June 2025
Current Situation in Iran
- The Islamic Republic regime is collapsing.
- Khamenei’s family and top officials are preparing to flee the country.
- The people are united, while the armed forces are divided.
- The nation stands at the threshold of a historic transition: between chaos or a democratic shift.
Accusations Against Ali Khamenei
- Held responsible for dragging Iran into war and devastation.
- Has destroyed the economy, national security, and infrastructure.
- Using the Iranian people as human shields.
- Directly called upon to step down and face a fair trial.
Message to the International Community
- A clear warning about the dangers of keeping the regime alive.
- The only sustainable path to regional stability and halting the nuclear program is through a democratic transition.
- A call for cooperation with the opposition to enable a peaceful transfer of power.
Political and Economic Plans for Iran’s Future
- Declaring readiness to lead a national transition without seeking personal power.
- Three core principles for Iran’s future:
- a.Territorial integrity
- b.Individual freedoms and equality
- c.Separation of religion and state
- A national referendum to determine the future form of government.
- Introduction of a three-phase “Iran Prosperity Project (IPP)” to rebuild the economy:
- Emergency Phase (4–6 months)
- Stabilization Phase (18–24 months)
- Normalization Phase (long-term)
- Announcement of a “National Unity Conference” bringing together activists, experts, business leaders, and diverse social groups.
Vision for Iran’s Future
- A free, democratic Iran — at peace with its neighbors, a driver of development, and a source of global inspiration.
- Drawing inspiration from Iran’s rich history and great leaders like Cyrus the Great.
- A powerful reminder: “This is our moment” — a call to build a new Iran together.
“This is our Berlin Wall moment”.