{"id":85672,"date":"2026-04-23T08:47:35","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T06:47:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/?p=85672"},"modified":"2026-04-23T08:47:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T06:47:35","slug":"meps-call-to-end-silence-on-iran-executions-and-recognize-democratic-alternative-at-european-parliament","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/supports\/2026\/04\/meps-call-to-end-silence-on-iran-executions-and-recognize-democratic-alternative-at-european-parliament\/85672\/","title":{"rendered":"MEPs Call to End Silence on Iran Executions and Recognize Democratic Alternative at European Parliament"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<!--?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"--><html><body><figure id=\"attachment_85675\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85675\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85675\" src=\"https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/EUParliamentConference.jpg\" alt=\"Speakers address the European Parliament conference in Brussels on April 22, 2026, calling for EU action on Iran executions and recognition of a democratic alternative.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"450\" onerror=\"this.src='https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/hello-elementor\/images\/broken-image-placeholder.gif';this.srcset='https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/hello-elementor\/images\/broken-image-placeholder.gif';\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/EUParliamentConference.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/EUParliamentConference-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/EUParliamentConference-768x346.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85675\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Speakers address the European Parliament conference in Brussels on April 22, 2026, calling for EU action on Iran executions and recognition of a democratic alternative.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"609\">A conference titled \u201cIran: Take Action to Stop Executions \u2014 Where Does the EU Stand?\u201d was held at the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">European Parliament<\/span><\/span> in <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Brussels<\/span><\/span> on April 22, 2026, bringing together lawmakers and international figures to address executions in Iran and discuss policy toward Tehran.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Human Rights in Iran: The EU\u2019s Role at a Critical Moment For Peace and Security in the region<br>Iran: Take Action to Stop Executions Where Does the EU Stand?<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/StopExecutionsInIran?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#StopExecutionsInIran<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/NCRIAlternative?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#NCRIAlternative<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/ePYvkW6E9P\">https:\/\/t.co\/ePYvkW6E9P<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Iran Freedom (@4FreedominIran) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/4FreedominIran\/status\/2046878406499762647?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">April 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"dze68z\" data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"633\">Mrs. <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Maryam Rajavi<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"971\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Mrs. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryam-rajavi.com\/en\/biography\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maryam Rajavi,<\/a>\u00a0President-elect of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (<a href=\"https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/national-council-of-resistance-of-iran\/\" rel=\"\">NCRI<\/a>)<\/span><\/span>, stated that the decisive conflict in the Middle East is between the people of Iran and the ruling religious dictatorship. Mrs. Rajavi said the system of Velayat-e Faqih has no capacity for reform and depends on repression for survival.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1271\">\u201cThe regime does not view external war as the primary threat to its existence, but rather deep-seated popular outrage and organized resistance,\u201d Mrs. Rajavi said. She referred to resistance activities inside Iran, including an attack on February 23, 2026, by 250 PMOI fighters on key state centers.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1624\">Mrs. Rajavi also condemned recent executions, including those of <a href=\"https:\/\/english.mojahedin.org\/about-iranian-opposition-pmoi-mek\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PMOI<\/a> members <a href=\"https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/human-rights\/2026\/04\/iran-regime-executes-two-pmoi-members-hamed-validi-and-mohammad-nima-masoom-shahi\/85561\/\" rel=\"\">Hamed Validi and Mohammad Massoum Shahi<\/a>, and called for recognition of the provisional government announced on February 28, 2026, as well as the closure of Iranian embassies. She warned against what she described as a \u201cfabricated alternative\u201d linked to the former <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/news\/society\/who-was-mohammad-reza-pahlavi-shah-irans-last-pahlavi-dictator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">monarchy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Flanked by members of the European Parliament for the Conference on Human Rights in Iran<br>Role of the European Union in a Crucial Juncture for Peace and Security in the Middle East<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/FreeIran10PointPlan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#FreeIran10PointPlan<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/SddFFhIBFT\">pic.twitter.com\/SddFFhIBFT<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Maryam Rajavi (@Maryam_Rajavi) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Maryam_Rajavi\/status\/2046895415425933429?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">April 22, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"j6zow8\" data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1654\">Javier Zarzalejos<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1868\">Spanish MEP Javier Zarzalejos stated that support for a democratic Iran is based on principle. \u201cOur commitment is not circumstantial, it is principled,\u201d he said. \u201cThe future of Iran belongs to the Iranian people.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"2151\">He described recent executions as a \u201cpattern of repression\u201d escalating into a \u201cdespicable act of revenge\u201d and said the European Union \u201ccannot remain indifferent.\u201d He referred to the NCRI\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryam-rajavi.com\/en\/viewpoints\/tomorrow-s-iran\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ten-Point Plan<\/a> as advocating a democratic republic, gender equality, and a non-nuclear Iran.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"184bt1o\" data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2183\">Petras Au\u0161trevi\u010dius<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2435\">Lithuanian MEP Petras Au\u0161trevi\u010dius stated that the situation in Iran affects European security, saying that \u201cthe missiles of Tehran\u2019s rulers can soon reach many European capitals.\u201d He described the regime as one that \u201chonors no treaty nor any pledge.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2663\">He cited executions of political prisoners and said the issue would not be resolved through war or appeasement, but by recognizing forces of change within Iran. He also criticized engagement with supporters of the former <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/news\/society\/who-was-mohammad-reza-pahlavi-shah-irans-last-pahlavi-dictator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shah<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2663\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-85678\" src=\"https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/maryam-rajavi-european-parliament.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" onerror=\"this.src='https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/hello-elementor\/images\/broken-image-placeholder.gif';this.srcset='https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/hello-elementor\/images\/broken-image-placeholder.gif';\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/maryam-rajavi-european-parliament.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/maryam-rajavi-european-parliament-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/maryam-rajavi-european-parliament-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"6nvjqr\" data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2691\">Francisco Assis<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2923\">Portuguese MEP Francisco Assis referred to a \u201cculture of death\u201d in Tehran and expressed \u201csadness\u201d over executions of young people. He said the regime uses external conflict to portray itself as a victim while increasing repression.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2925\" data-end=\"3198\">He called for the European Union to condition agreements with Tehran on improvements in human rights and to close embassies and expel ambassadors, describing them as \u201cinstruments of transnational repression.\u201d He referred to the NCRI\u2019s Ten-Point Plan as a path to democracy.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1owst05\" data-start=\"3205\" data-end=\"3238\">Antonio L\u00f3pez-Ist\u00fariz White<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3239\" data-end=\"3447\">Spanish MEP Antonio L\u00f3pez-Ist\u00fariz White criticized past European policies of engagement with Iranian authorities, stating that governments had negotiated with \u201cbloody murderers\u201d under the label of reformists.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3449\" data-end=\"3688\">He said the Iranian people seek to \u201clive like us\u201d in peace and democracy and noted that the regime uses external conflict to act against opponents. He called for a change in European policy and expressed support for the Iranian Resistance.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"19grd3i\" data-start=\"3695\" data-end=\"3716\">Leoluca Orlando<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3717\" data-end=\"3904\">MEP Leoluca Orlando described the Iranian Resistance as an \u201cexample of freedom from fear.\u201d He said the combination of religion and state is \u201can injury against state and against religion.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3906\" data-end=\"4101\">He expressed support for gender equality and women\u2019s participation in leadership, warning that ceasefires could be used to maintain power. He stated that the future of Iran belongs to its people.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1pp6ypo\" data-start=\"4108\" data-end=\"4128\">Carlo Ciccioli<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4129\" data-end=\"4319\">Italian MEP Carlo Ciccioli said the Iranian regime no longer has popular support and survives through security forces. He referred to reports of large numbers of casualties among protesters.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4321\" data-end=\"4505\">\u201cNo regime on the planet has killed such a large number of unarmed, peaceful protesters,\u201d he said. He called for unity among Iranians and for a transition through democratic elections.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1593kk4\" data-start=\"4512\" data-end=\"4545\">Nicolas Pascual de la Parte<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4546\" data-end=\"4727\">Spanish MEP Nicolas Pascual de la Parte described the Iranian regime as the \u201cmost criminal and bloody regime on earth,\u201d stating that expressions of support are no longer sufficient.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4729\" data-end=\"4914\">\u201cWe have to support you with deeds,\u201d he said, referring to the NCRI\u2019s Ten-Point Plan as a program aligned with European values. He also stated that Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4729\" data-end=\"4914\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-85677\" src=\"https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/European-Parliament-Brussels-22042026.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"561\" onerror=\"this.src='https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/hello-elementor\/images\/broken-image-placeholder.gif';this.srcset='https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/hello-elementor\/images\/broken-image-placeholder.gif';\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/European-Parliament-Brussels-22042026.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/European-Parliament-Brussels-22042026-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/European-Parliament-Brussels-22042026-768x431.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1gyrtao\" data-start=\"4921\" data-end=\"4941\">Chris van Dijk<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4942\" data-end=\"5142\">Dutch representative Chris van Dijk said the situation in Iran is a \u201cmaterial and moral war\u201d affecting all humanity. He questioned the presence of Iran in international bodies related to human rights.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5144\" data-end=\"5296\">He expressed support for the NCRI\u2019s Ten-Point Plan and called for standing with protesters, saying he hopes Iranians continue their efforts for liberty.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"148g9pl\" data-start=\"5303\" data-end=\"5325\">Anna Strolenberg<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5326\" data-end=\"5509\">Dutch representative Anna Strolenberg addressed Iranian women, describing them as \u201cbrave.\u201d She referred to meetings with women who had lost family members but continued their efforts.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5511\" data-end=\"5679\">\u201cI want to address mainly the women of Iran because you are brave,\u201d she said, expressing support for a future in which Iranian women can participate freely in politics.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1gsq5e1\" data-start=\"5686\" data-end=\"5712\">Herta D\u00e4ubler-Gmelin<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5713\" data-end=\"5880\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Herta D\u00e4ubler-Gmelin<\/span><\/span>, former German Minister of Justice, referred to past experiences during the Shah\u2019s era, describing repression by security forces.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5882\" data-end=\"6042\">She criticized proposals linked to the former monarchy and expressed support for the NCRI\u2019s Ten-Point Plan, highlighting its focus on rule of law and pluralism.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1r2x7nf\" data-start=\"6049\" data-end=\"6070\">Guy Verhofstadt<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6071\" data-end=\"6240\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Guy Verhofstadt<\/span><\/span>, former Prime Minister of Belgium, criticized European policy toward Iran, stating it has led to continued conflict and repression.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6242\" data-end=\"6503\">\u201cI find it nearly criminal that we say nothing about the executions,\u201d he said, calling for making an end to executions a condition for relations with Iran. He also called for listing the IRGC as a terrorist organization and recognizing the organized Resistance.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6242\" data-end=\"6503\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-85679\" src=\"https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/maryam-rajavi-european-parliament2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"512\" onerror=\"this.src='https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/hello-elementor\/images\/broken-image-placeholder.gif';this.srcset='https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/themes\/hello-elementor\/images\/broken-image-placeholder.gif';\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/maryam-rajavi-european-parliament2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/maryam-rajavi-european-parliament2-300x154.jpg 300w, https:\/\/iranfreedom.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/maryam-rajavi-european-parliament2-768x393.jpg 768w\" 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