Manchester, UK—January 3, 2025: Iranians, members of the Academics in Exile Association supporting the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK), organized an exhibition in England to denounce human rights violations in Iran.
The event spotlighted the dire human rights situation in Iran, particularly the plight of political prisoners facing death sentences. It called for the immediate release of all political detainees held by the mullahs’ regime and condemned the death sentences issued against six political prisoners associated with the PMOI.
The exhibition expressed solidarity with the Iranian Revolution, highlighting a shared dedication to freedom and democracy. The organizers reaffirmed their vision for a democratic republic in Iran, unequivocally rejecting all forms of dictatorship, including the theocratic rule of the mullahs and any potential restoration of the Shah‘s regime.
Furthermore, it urged the UK government to officially designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization and to close the Iranian regime’s embassy, described as a hub for espionage and terrorism.
The Academics In Exile Association stated on the X platform: “Six MEK activists in Iran face imminent execution. Raise your voice for Human Rights! Stand against tyranny and demand action to Stop Executions In Iran. Together, we can make a difference and save lives.”
Six #MEK activists in #Iran face imminent execution. Raise your voice for #HumanRights! Stand against tyranny and demand action to #StopExecutionsInIran. Together, we can make a difference and save lives. #FreePoliticalPrisoners #FreeIran2025 pic.twitter.com/HUbrQ979FB
— Academics In Exile Association (@iranianacademic) January 3, 2025
Members of Manchester’s Iranian community called for the international prosecution of Iran’s leaders for crimes against humanity. Additionally, the academics called for justice, tougher sanctions on the regime, and recognition of the Iranian people’s right to self-defense.
The exhibition was well-received by the citizens of Manchester, and they signed a petition condemning the human rights violations committed by the mullah regime in Iran.
