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Do Iranians really want exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi in power? | DW News
Jan 7, 2026
Chants of 'Long live the Shah' have resurfaced during Iran's protests, sparking debate over exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi's influence. Experts say his support inside Iran is unclear and amplified by the diaspora. Pahlavi, son of the last Shah, campaigns against the Islamic Republic and calls for free elections, not monarchy. Some protesters see him as a transitional leader amid a lack of alternatives, but many remain cautious given Iran's history.
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Iran Protests: Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi To Return & Topple Khamenei Regime? Who Is He?
Mirror Now
Jan 9, 2026
Iran is on edge as economic collapse and soaring prices ignite nationwide protests. Crowds flooded Tehran, Mashhad, and beyond, chanting against the regime before authorities imposed a total internet blackout. Momentum surged after exiled Reza Pahlavi urged Iranians to protest, reviving memories of life before clerical rule. Security forces responded harshly; dozens are feared dead. With communications cut and leaders issuing warnings, the unrest signals a rare, volatile moment—an exiled prince as a rallying cry and a regime facing mounting pressure as protests test power amid fear and defiance nationwide. .
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