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EPISODE · Apr 3, 2026 · 4 MIN

The Iranian Diaspora and the Push for Regime Change

from Middle East Brief with Avi Kaner · host Avi Kaner

A significant portion of the calls for regime change in Iran are coming from outside the country.From the Iranian diaspora.There are roughly 4–5 million Iranians living abroad, with even larger numbers when including the second generation. Many left after the 1979 revolution, while others followed during periods of war, repression, and economic decline.Today, parts of this global community are among the most vocal advocates for regime change. They organize protests, shape narratives, and influence political conversations across the United States and Europe.Overnight, continued crackdowns inside Iran, including arrests of dissidents and expanded internal security presence by the IRGC and the Basij militia, highlight why this sentiment is intensifying.This is not just a story inside Iran.It is being amplified globally.

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