{"id":60068,"date":"2024-06-04T15:25:57","date_gmt":"2024-06-04T13:25:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/?p=60068"},"modified":"2024-06-04T15:25:57","modified_gmt":"2024-06-04T13:25:57","slug":"great-gathering-for-a-free-iran-2024-a-defining-moment-for-iranian-resistance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/free-iran-2024\/2024\/06\/great-gathering-for-a-free-iran-2024-a-defining-moment-for-iranian-resistance\/60068\/","title":{"rendered":"Great Gathering for a Free Iran 2024: A Defining Moment for Iranian Resistance"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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The Great Gathering for a Free Iran is the most significant political event organized by the Iranian Resistance. This year\u2019s gathering<\/a> is set against a backdrop that is unprecedented in many ways. Here are some key factors that distinguish this year\u2019s event:<\/p>\n

Ebrahim Raisi\u2019s Death and Khamenei\u2019s Dilemma<\/h4>\n

In the lead-up to the Great Gathering for a Free Iran, the Iranian regime suffered a major strategic blow with the death of its president,\u00a0Ebrahim Raisi<\/a>, infamously known as the \u201cButcher of Tehran.\u201d The impact of this loss reverberates throughout the regime. In an attempt to mitigate this loss, its supreme leader Ali Khamenei reappointed Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf as the chairman of the parliament. However, this move only exacerbated infighting within the regime\u2019s factions, highlighting Khamenei\u2019s difficulties in maintaining unity. The loss of Raisi has disrupted the regime\u2019s balance, signaling the beginning of a new chapter filled with crises and uncertainties.<\/p>\n

The Gaza War Exposes the Regime\u2019s War-Mongering<\/h4>\n

Despite efforts by appeasement policies to conceal the Iranian regime\u2019s involvement in the Gaza war, revelations by the Iranian resistance have exposed the regime\u2019s role as the primary instigator of regional conflict. The term \u201cSnake\u2019s Head\u201d has become globally recognized, underscoring the regime\u2019s interventionist role in terrorism and war-mongering. Increasingly, it is understood that lasting peace in the Middle East and the world is unattainable without overthrowing the religious fascism ruling Iran through a democratic revolution.<\/p>\n

Khamenei and the Dilemma of the Upcoming Elections<\/h4>\n

Khamenei attempts to portray the upcoming presidential election as free and open, permitting anyone to register. However, it is evident that the election has been engineered to restore the regime\u2019s position following Raisi\u2019s death. The sanctification of Raisi as a martyr president is part of this strategy. Nevertheless, the Iranian people are likely to boycott this election, turning it into another regime defeat, similar to the recent parliamentary elections.<\/p>\n

Advances of Democratic Alternatives<\/h4>\n

In stark contrast to Khamenei\u2019s troubles, the Democratic Alternative, through sustained diplomatic efforts, has achieved a significantly stronger position. Two years ago, during the 2022 uprising, the regime collaborated with remnants of the Shah\u2019s regime to isolate the democratic alternative while the world powers imposed a widespread media boycott on the Iranian Resistance. Despite these efforts, Iran\u2019s Resistance overcame this vicious policy and gained considerable advances. Today, Mrs. Maryam Rajavi<\/a>\u2019s 10-point plan<\/a> enjoys broad support.<\/p>\n

Actions of MEK\u2019s Resistance Units<\/h4>\n

The Resistance Units<\/a>, the vanguard of the uprising and overthrow, have successfully channeled the explosive discontent of Iranian society into a new phase of confrontation with the regime. Through 20,000 acts of defiance, they ignite the fire of resistance across the nation. Their efforts demonstrate an impressive level of capability, capacity, and readiness to overthrow the regime.<\/p>\n

An All-Out Confrontation<\/h4>\n

As we assess Iran\u2019s current political landscape, freedom-loving Iranians are set to participate in the Great Gathering for a Free Iran. On June 29, 2024, Berlin<\/a> will witness a massive show of support. This event represents a comprehensive confrontation between religious fascism and the Iranian resistance<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The strength of Iran\u2019s resistance does not stem from the support of world powers. Instead, it is rooted in the determination of freedom-loving Iranians who have demonstrated over the years their unwavering commitment to liberating their country from the most oppressive regime in Iran\u2019s history.<\/p>\n