On May 31, 2025, the Second Free Iran 2025 Conference convened near Paris at the headquarters of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), assembling over 60 distinguished international parliamentarians, former ministers, trade unionists, human rights defenders, and youth leaders united in their support for regime change and the establishment of a democratic republic in Iran. The event underscored a growing global consensus rejecting the Iranian regime’s oppression, terrorism, and nuclear ambitions, while endorsing the NCRI and Maryam Rajavi’s Ten-Point Plan as the definitive roadmap for Iran’s democratic future.
The Second #FreeIran2025 Conference –Regime Change for a Democratic Republic
Featuring the support of the majority of parliaments in Italy, Norway, Moldova, Iceland, Costa Rica, and the Dutch Senate, as well as 2 state parliaments in Germany.pic.twitter.com/5PymMtQ1gy— Maryam Rajavi (@Maryam_Rajavi) June 1, 2025
Maryam Rajavi’s Keynote Address
Maryam Rajavi, President-elect of the NCRI and the conference’s principal speaker, opened by highlighting the regime’s deepening crises: “The regime is now facing a tsunami of internal crisis, political turmoil, widespread public discontent, and deepening economic and social challenges.” She emphasized that regime change is the sole solution to the clerical regime’s nuclear threat and that the NCRI’s Ten-Point Plan offers a realistic and democratic alternative. “The freedom of Iran is the guarantee of peace in the region and security for the world,” she declared, positioning the NCRI’s vision as central to regional and global stability.
Unified International Legislative Support
Lars Rise, former Norwegian MP, praised the unprecedented international legislative backing for the NCRI’s vision, noting, “570 British lawmakers, including a majority of the House of Commons and the Irish Senate, have now endorsed this vision for a free Iran.” He applauded those defying party and diplomatic pressures to oppose appeasement, stating, “Sometimes it takes a lot of courage to stand up against instructions from your own party or foreign ministry.”
Carsten Müller, German MP, condemned the regime as a global threat: “The current regime is a tremendous risk for democracy and freedom across the world.” He called for Berlin to end its appeasement policy and urged, “We want the IRGC to be listed as a terrorist organization. We need to take action now.”
Serdar Yüksel, German MP, described the regime’s unprecedented weakness as a strategic opportunity: “The regime in Iran has never been as weak as it is today.” He called for solidarity with the Iranian people’s aspiration for freedom and democracy, “what is normal to us in Europe.”
Endorsement of the NCRI and Ten-Point Plan
Italian MPs Naike Gruppioni and Emanuele Pozzolo voiced strong support for the NCRI and Maryam Rajavi’s platform. Gruppioni described the Ten-Point Plan as “a bright vision for democracy, an Iran without death sentences, where women live freely, where elections are free and fair,” urging recognition of the NCRI as the main interlocutor for Iran’s democratic future. Pozzolo rejected any illusions of reform within the regime, affirming, “The only alternative is that of Maryam Rajavi.”
Gianna Gancia, Member of the State Parliament of Piemonte, stressed the necessity of firm action against the regime’s nuclear ambitions, calling for snapback sanctions and full implementation of the Ten-Point Plan as the only viable alternative to monarchy or theocracy.
Tributes to the Resistance and Political Prisoners
Geir Haarde, former Prime Minister of Iceland, honored political prisoners such as Behrouz Ehsani and Mehdi Hassani, stating, “The Iranian people have shown immense courage rejecting both monarchical and religious dictatorships.” He urged governments to support the Ten-Point Plan, which “offers a roadmap to a democratic future in Iran and lasting peace in the region.”
Ola Elvestuen, Norwegian MP and former Minister of Climate and Environment, drew parallels between Iran’s resistance and Norway’s WWII underground movement, emphasizing the need to increase pressure on the regime against its global agents and lobbyists.
Rasmus Hansson, Norwegian MP, expressed solidarity with the Iranian Resistance: “You’re fighting our fight, and we’re fighting yours.” He praised the NCRI’s democratic platform as embodying shared global values of freedom and human rights.
Highlighting Grassroots Struggles and Human Rights
The conference spotlighted grassroots resistance, including the ongoing truck drivers’ strike in Iran, symbolizing broader societal defiance. Nina Hansson, Norwegian trade unionist, condemned the IRGC’s brutal repression of strikers demanding fair wages and dignity. Former UK ministers Sir Alan Meale and Sir David Crosby pledged to mobilize trade unions and international support for these courageous workers facing imprisonment and execution.
Baroness Sandip Verma of the UK House of Lords highlighted the plight of political prisoners such as Maryam Akbari Monfared and supported campaigns against executions. Former UK House of Lords member Steve McCabe noted the UK government’s commitment to proscribing the IRGC and urged recognition of the NCRI as the only viable democratic alternative.
Condemnation of the Regime’s Crimes and Call to End Appeasement
Speakers condemned the regime’s human rights abuses and mass executions. Senator Kees de Lange of the Netherlands described the regime as “crumbling” under the winds of change, while Derk Jan Eppink cited Amnesty International statistics showing Iran’s disproportionate share of global executions. He warned of regime terror plots in Europe.
Christian Calderone, Niedersachsen State Parliament member, called for an end to appeasement and fair judicial processes in Iran. Leo Dautzenberg and Thomas Lutze, former German MPs, criticized European governments’ silence and called for greater public awareness of the regime’s atrocities.
Ben Oni Ardelean, former Romanian MP, drew parallels with Romania’s 1989 revolution, urging politicians worldwide to reject any deals with the regime to hasten its fall.
A Vision for a Democratic Iran
The Ten-Point Plan was repeatedly affirmed as the blueprint for Iran’s future. Struan Stevenson, former Scottish MEP, recognized the PMOI/MEK as a government-in-waiting ready to replace the theocratic regime. Paulo Casaca, former Portuguese MEP, praised the Ashraf 3 community’s heroic resistance and warned against the regime’s deceptive tactics.
John Paul Phelan, former Irish Minister, denounced media portrayals of the regime’s legitimacy and called out appeasement within his political party. Jim Higgins, former Irish Minister, emphasized the central role of women in the resistance and called for coordinated civil disobedience.
Senators Roberto Rampi and Antonio Razzi of Italy highlighted the regime’s record of executions and terrorism, calling for UN sanctions and protection for Ashraf 3 residents.
Mario Galea, former Maltese Minister, contrasted the regime’s nuclear ambitions with Rajavi’s people-powered vision and urged Albania to uphold protections for Ashraf 3 under international law.
Conclusion: A Resounding Call to Action
The conference concluded with a unanimous call for decisive global action to isolate the Iranian regime, designate the IRGC as a terrorist organization, and fully endorse the NCRI’s Ten-Point Plan. The gathering honored fallen supporters and underscored the resilience of Iran’s resistance, led by courageous women and youth, and the sacrifices of grassroots activists such as truck drivers and Ashraf 3 residents.
As Mario Galea quoted Gandhi, “First, they ignore you. Then they laugh at you, then they fight you, and then you win.” The message was clear: victory for a free and democratic Iran is inevitable, and the international community must act now to support the Iranian people and pave the way for a democratic republic envisioned by Maryam Rajavi.
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— Iran Freedom (@4FreedominIran) May 31, 2025
