August 7, 2026 –The 30th Free Iran Telethon is now underway. Building on yesterday’s final call, Simay-e Azadi (INTV)—the independent 24-hour Persian-language satellite channel that has operated for over three decades solely on viewer support—launched its live broadcasts on Friday, August 7, continuing through Sunday, August 9, 2026.
As an independent broadcaster receiving no funding from any government or foreign power, Simay-e-Azadi relies entirely on public contributions to stay on air and deliver uncensored news amid intensifying regime censorship.
Early support is already strong. Videos circulating online show members of the Iranian diaspora urging maximum participation. Elham from Switzerland highlighted the channel’s vital role as a truly independent voice.
🚨 Support for Simay Azadi's 30th Telethon Continues
— SIMAY AZADI TV (@en_simayazadi) August 7, 2026
Rose from England has announced her support for Simay Azadi's 30th Telethon, saying she supports the channel because it is "the most accurate TV" and one that faithfully echoes the demands of the Iranian people.
As an… https://t.co/WNypFVLtbw pic.twitter.com/pcIkzNG9tC
Rose from England called it “the most accurate TV” that faithfully echoes the demands of the Iranian people. In a particularly moving gesture, Ali from Baneh, a member of the PMOI Resistance Units, dedicated one million tomans—equivalent to his daily food expenses—to help keep alive the voice of the Iranian people, political prisoners, and the “No to Execution” campaign.
🚨 A Moving Gesture of Support
— SIMAY AZADI TV (@en_simayazadi) August 7, 2026
Ali from Baneh, a member of the PMOI Resistance Units, dedicated one million tomans—the equivalent of his daily food expenses—to Simay Azadi's 30th Telethon.
In his message, he said he made the donation to help keep alive the voice of the Iranian… https://t.co/3LNw4RonAY pic.twitter.com/ZikStIp7as
Organizers encourage everyone to join the live telethon, make a contribution (large or small), and share the call with the hashtag #FreeIranTelethon.
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The voice of free Iran must not go silent. Be part of it now!