In a recent address in France, Mrs. Maryam Rajavi, the President-elect of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), presented a comprehensive solution to the ongoing crises in Iran and the broader Middle East. Her speech, titled “The Path to Ending the Mullahs’ Warmongering and Terrorism,” underscored a clear path and the means to achieving peace and democracy, emphasizing the pivotal role of the Iranian people and organized resistance.
Central to Mrs. Rajavi’s vision is the Iranian people’s discontent and unyielding desire for change. The resistance inside Iran is spearheaded by Resistance Units—courageous individuals, often led by women, who form the vanguard of the struggle. These units are the building blocks of the Army of Freedom, an organized force working toward a unified goal: liberating Iran.
The People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) with six decades of resilience against two dictatorships stands as an experienced, reliable, and formidable force in the people’s struggle for regime change, for which the PMOI has become the primary target of the regime’s suppression, terrorism, and disinformation campaigns. Despite these challenges, the PMOI continues to inspire hope, embodying a disciplined movement with thousands of seasoned members committed to the cause of freedom.
The religious dictatorship and its allies claim that there is no alternative. This is an outright lie. The solution lies in the overthrow of this regime by the Iranian people and their Resistance.
This goal is within reach, and here are its most critical components:#Iran… pic.twitter.com/ZhLl0Bcoh4— Maryam Rajavi (@Maryam_Rajavi) November 28, 2024
The NCRI serves as a robust alternative to the clerical regime, boasting a diverse coalition of 457 members, with women constituting over half its ranks. Founded in Tehran 43 years ago, the NCRI has outlined a clear roadmap for Iran’s future:
- Freedom and equality for all, including ethnic and religious minorities.
- A secular government ensures the separation of religion and state.
- The abolition of the death penalty.
- A nuclear-free Iran committed to regional peace.
This unwavering commitment to democratic principles has cemented the NCRI as the most enduring political coalition in Iranian history.
The international community increasingly acknowledges the NCRI’s legitimacy and the viability of its Ten-Point Plan for a democratic Iran. Resolutions and statements from the majorities of legislative bodies in Europe, the United States, and the Arab world, alongside endorsements from 137 former world leaders and 80 Nobel laureates, highlight the broad support for this vision.
Unlike many political movements, the Iranian resistance is remarkably self-reliant. From operating a 24-hour satellite television network to organizing large-scale gatherings, all activities are funded by Iranians inside and outside the country. This financial independence underscores the movement’s grassroots strength and its commitment to serving the Iranian people.
Conference in Paris with French Parliamentarians and Prominent Figures
Religious fascism thrives on war because it seeks to evade a popular uprising in #Iran.
I stand before you today to affirm that it is possible to put an end to the mullahs’ terrorism and warmongering. The… pic.twitter.com/Hf5eAAHUMF— Maryam Rajavi (@Maryam_Rajavi) November 27, 2024
A Vision for the Transition of Power
The NCRI’s plan for post-regime transition is meticulously detailed:
- A provisional government for six months tasked with organizing elections for a Constituent Assembly.
- The provisional government’s immediate dissolution upon the Constituent Assembly’s formation, transferring power to the elected representatives of the Iranian people.
- A two-year period for drafting and ratifying the new constitution through a referendum.
This orderly transition ensures stability, eliminating any space for chaos or power grabs.
Hope for a Democratic Iran
Mrs. Rajavi’s speech reflects a transformative vision not just for Iran but for the entire Middle East—a vision of a region free from the chains of dictatorship, terrorism, and war-mongering policies perpetuated by the Iranian regime. The NCRI offers more than a solution for the Iranian people; it provides a roadmap for peace and stability in a region torn apart by the regime’s export of hatred, violence, and sectarianism.
The international community must recognize and support this legitimate alternative, one that holds the promise of not only freeing Iran but also dismantling the regime’s apparatus of war and terror. Backing the NCRI means paving the way for lasting peace, freedom, and prosperity—not just for Iran, but for an entire region yearning for stability and progress.
