{"id":328907,"date":"2025-02-24T11:50:50","date_gmt":"2025-02-24T10:50:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/?p=328907"},"modified":"2025-03-19T09:11:23","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T08:11:23","slug":"international-conference-women-force-for-change-free-iran-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/news\/iran-resistance\/international-conference-women-force-for-change-free-iran-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"International Conference: Women, Force for Change \u2013 Free Iran 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_328908\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-328908\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-328908\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ncri-international-women-day-2025.jpg\" alt=\"Female Leaders Rally for Democratic Renewal at &quot;Women, Force for Change \u2013 Free Iran 2025\" width=\"1000\" height=\"478\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ncri-international-women-day-2025.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ncri-international-women-day-2025-300x143.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ncri-international-women-day-2025-768x367.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ncri-international-women-day-2025-879x420.jpg 879w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ncri-international-women-day-2025-150x72.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ncri-international-women-day-2025-696x333.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-328908\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Female Leaders Rally for Democratic Renewal at &#8220;Women, Force for Change \u2013 Free Iran 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"40b19b3c-edb7-4031-903d-d560f4237d79\" data-message-model-slug=\"o3-mini-high\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"847\">On February 22, 2025, in Paris, the international conference \u201cWomen, Force for Change \u2013 Free Iran 2025\u201d convened a diverse assembly of global leaders, activists, and human rights advocates. Held ahead of International Women\u2019s Day, the event focused on exposing decades of systemic oppression and discussing the urgent need for democratic renewal and gender equality in Iran.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"847\">Speakers highlighted the resilience of Iranian women who have fought for freedom despite severe restrictions, including compulsory hijab, enforced religion, and political disenfranchisement. With passionate addresses from former government officials, sitting members of parliaments, women&#8217;s rights activists, and international dignitaries, the conference urged concrete global action to hold the Iranian regime accountable and to support the struggle for a just and democratic future in Iran. Together, they demanded swift, transformative global action.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"847\">Mrs. Maryam Rajavi, the President-elect of the National Council of Resistance of Iran, delivered a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryam-rajavi.com\/en\/speech-at-the-international-conference-for-international-womens-day-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">searing keynote address<\/a> at the conference. In her speech, she paid homage to the countless heroines of Iran\u2019s long struggle for freedom, asserting that the fight against compulsory hijab, enforced religion, and repressive governance is fundamentally a battle for human dignity. She vividly described the persistent resistance that has spanned nearly 44 years\u2014a struggle marked by arrests, torture, and execution\u2014and warned that the regime\u2019s reliance on religious fascism, bolstered by nuclear threats, would not withstand the determined will of its people. Her words served as a rallying cry for a future where Iranian women lead the charge toward a free, democratic society.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/WomenForce4Change?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#WomenForce4Change<\/a> \u2013 International Conference marking International Women\u2019s Day 2025 &#8211; When you leave here, tell your daughters and mothers about those who gave up everything they had for the ideal of freedom and equality for the people of Iran.<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/IWD2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#IWD2025<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/hijBvWNVD5\">pic.twitter.com\/hijBvWNVD5<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Maryam Rajavi (@Maryam_Rajavi) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Maryam_Rajavi\/status\/1893612984246612121?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 23, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"1578\">NCRI Women\u2019s Committee Chair <strong>Sarvenaz Chitsaz<\/strong> emphasized that the quest for women\u2019s rights in Iran is inseparable from the broader struggle against misogyny. She argued that true transformation requires elevating women into leadership roles to redefine power itself. Highlighting the systematic oppression embedded in the regime\u2019s practices, she called for an emancipatory development that dismantles <a href=\"https:\/\/wncri.org\/2024\/02\/24\/equal-participation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">structures of inequality.<\/a> Her message was clear: by harnessing the strength of collective resistance and insisting on gender parity, Iranian women can overturn decades of repression and build a society founded on justice and equality.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"1578\">Former French Minister of State <strong>Michele Alliot\u2010Marie<\/strong> issued an uncompromising call to action against Iran\u2019s oppressive regime. \u201cDiscrimination against women is enshrined in law and will remain so until the regime changes,\u201d she declared, urging Iranians to rise up. Alliot\u2010Marie condemned the regime\u2019s nuclear recklessness, stating the government is \u201ccreating enriched uranium thirty times above the permitted limit,\u201d and warned that its actions pose \u201cthe principal strategic and security challenge in the world.\u201d She stressed that true change \u201ccan only come from within\u201d the Iranian people, calling for a bold uprising to dismantle a regime that threatens both regional stability and global peace.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"2328\">Former Ecuadorian President <strong>Rosal\u00eda Arteaga <b>Serrano <\/b><\/strong>underscored the struggle against Iran\u2019s oppressive regime by lauding Maryam Rajavi\u2019s transformative work. \u201cI really hope to visit free Iran soon,\u201d she declared, expressing solidarity with Iranian women and the opposition led by Mrs. Rajavi. Serrano emphasized that \u201cthe women with a vision, led by Maryam Rajavi, can make the difference and can make it possible to reestablish a democratic government in Iran.\u201d She reinforced her support by affirming, \u201cWe say no to execution, no to exclusion,\u201d and reiterated her commitment to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryam-rajavi.com\/en\/viewpoints\/plan-for-future-of-iran\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mrs. Rajavi\u2019s Ten-Point Plan<\/a> and 12-point human rights framework to restore dignity and liberty in Iran.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/WomenForce4Change?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#WomenForce4Change<\/a>, Free Iran 2025<br \/>International Conference marking <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/IWD2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#IWD2025<\/a> <br \/>.<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/rosaliaarteaga?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@rosaliaarteaga<\/a> I strongly believe that Maryam Rajavi and the women of Iran are a power of nature. And I also believe that the women with a vision led by Maryam Rajavi can make the difference and can\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/eOaw771eMr\">pic.twitter.com\/eOaw771eMr<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Women&#39;s Committee NCRI (@womenncri) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/womenncri\/status\/1893359565460082844?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"2328\">Former Finnish Prime Minister <strong>Anneli J\u00e4\u00e4tteenm\u00e4ki<\/strong> offered a reflective account of the long history of discrimination faced by Iranian women. She detailed the pervasive inequalities in education, employment, legal rights, and political participation, noting that these challenges have persisted for 46 years despite the women\u2019s relentless resistance. Anneli J\u00e4\u00e4tteenm\u00e4ki underscored that the protests, particularly those led by women since 2022, are a powerful testament to their determination to secure full social, economic, and political freedoms. Her message was one of hope and urgency, urging both national and international communities to support the struggle for a democratic Iran\u2014a nation where equality and justice prevail for future generations.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"2328\"><strong>Ingrid Betancourt<\/strong>, a former Colombian Senator, honored Iranian women by highlighting their enduring fight against oppression. \u201cThere\u2019s no place on earth I would like to celebrate Women\u2019s Day than here,\u201d she declared, lauding the Iranian Resistance for being \u201cthe only organization where women are at the core of leadership.\u201d Betancourt recalled a poignant conversation with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryam-rajavi.com\/en\/biography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maryam Rajavi<\/a> about the symbolic use of scarves during the Shah\u2019s tyranny, noting, \u201cTwo tyrannies working against women.\u201d She underscored Rajavi\u2019s decades-long work\u2014embodied in her enduring 10-point framework\u2014that challenges systemic misogyny and champions human rights. \u201cLove will free Iran,\u201d Betancourt affirmed, emphasizing that the resilience and solidarity of Iranian women can transform not only their nation but the world.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"2328\"><strong>Linda Chavez<\/strong>, former director of the White House Office of Public Liaison, praised the Iranian resistance and Maryam Rajavi for their unwavering leadership. \u201cIt is going to come from the people of Iran rising up and choosing their own leader,\u201d she emphasized, stressing that true change cannot come from outside interference. Chavez applauded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryam-rajavi.com\/en\/viewpoints\/plan-for-future-of-iran\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rajavi\u2019s Ten-Point Plan<\/a>, comparing it to the American Bill of Rights, as a vision that empowers the Iranian people to reclaim their rights. She also expressed hope for a future where the current regime faces accountability, saying, \u201cNext year, I hope we will say that it was not just Assad who fled his country but Khamenei and the mullahs who fled Tehran.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">The women of the Iranian Resistance serve as an inspiration to women fighting oppression worldwide. <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/WomenForce4Change?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#WomenForce4Change<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/IWD2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#IWD2025<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/AccelerateAction?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#AccelerateAction<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/CandiceBergen_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@CandiceBergen_<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/RookmakerDorien?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@RookmakerDorien<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/chavezlinda?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@chavezlinda<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/jaatteenmaki?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@jaatteenmaki<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/XharraArbana?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@XharraArbana<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/VTYPj7t2eA\">pic.twitter.com\/VTYPj7t2eA<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Arbana Xharra (@XharraArbana) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/XharraArbana\/status\/1893353699818242466?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"484\">Italian Senator<strong> Elisa Pirro<\/strong> delivered a powerful speech reaffirming Italy\u2019s solidarity with the Iranian people\u2019s fight for democracy, justice, and women\u2019s rights. She condemned the clerical regime in Tehran, describing it as a &#8220;fundamentalist regime that has made misogyny a state policy&#8221; and continues to suppress fundamental freedoms.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"889\">&#8220;Iranian women cannot freely choose their clothing, cannot access positions of power, and do not have the same legal rights as men,&#8221; Senator Pirro stated. &#8220;Yet, despite this oppression, they are at the forefront of the resistance, showing the world that freedom cannot be crushed by violence.&#8221; She cited the 2022 uprising, led by women, as proof that &#8220;the Iranian people no longer want to live under tyranny.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"1268\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Senator Pirro praised NCRI President-elect Maryam Rajavi and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/maryam-rajavis-ten-point-plan-for-future-iran\/\">her Ten-Point Plan<\/a>, calling it &#8220;a clear vision for democracy, human rights, and gender equality.&#8221; She urged Europe, especially Italy, to stand firmly against the regime\u2019s injustices. &#8220;No dictatorship is eternal,&#8221; she declared. &#8220;The sacrifice of Iranian women and men will not be in vain. Iran\u2019s freedom is a battle for all of us.&#8221;<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/WomenForce4Change?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#WomenForce4Change<\/a>, Free Iran 2025<br \/>International Conference marking <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/IWD2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#IWD2025<\/a> <br \/>Senator <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/pirroelisa?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@pirroelisa<\/a> member of the Budget Committee <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/CIpQmM7bFP\">pic.twitter.com\/CIpQmM7bFP<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Women&#39;s Committee NCRI (@womenncri) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/womenncri\/status\/1893779046086987799?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 23, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"2328\"><strong>Dominique Attias<\/strong>, Chair of the European Lawyers Foundation, honored imprisoned activist <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/news\/human-rights\/maryam-akbari-monfared-the-unyielding-voice-of-irans-political-prisoners-15-years-of-unjust-captivity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mariam Akbari Monfared<\/a> as a symbol of Iranian women&#8217;s relentless courage. \u201cShe has sacrificed your life for freedom, for Iran,\u201d she declared, recalling Monfared\u2019s over fifteen years behind bars in one of the country\u2019s harshest women\u2019s prisons. A mother of three, Monfared has endured prolonged isolation, extended sentences, and asset confiscation for daring to protest. Attias affirmed, \u201cNothing will weaken the resistance of women,\u201d highlighting weekly protests\u2014singing, hunger strikes\u2014and the unified struggle against systemic misogyny. She also hailed Maryam <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/maryam-rajavis-ten-point-plan-for-future-iran\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rajavi\u2019s Ten-Point Plan<\/a> as \u201ca magnificent roadmap towards democracy,\u201d uniting Iranian women of all backgrounds in their fight for liberation.<\/p>\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"3878\" data-end=\"4675\">Former Canadian Conservative Party leader <strong>Candice Bergen<\/strong> denounced Iran\u2019s repressive, misogynistic regime and its \u201cChastity and Hijab mandatory law.\u201d \u201cIran is a land overflowing with opportunity,\u201d she declared, envisioning a future rebuilt by its resilient people. Citing a major statement that was handed over to Mrs. Maryam Rajavi, Bergen announced that over 650 female leaders from 80 countries\u2014including heads of state, former ministers, and a Nobel laureate\u2014have united in solidarity with Iranian women. \u201cWe must pressure international institutions to demand the abolition of these inhumane laws,\u201d she urged, challenging global voices to amplify the message of those risking everything for democracy and human rights. Her remarks called on the international community to stand firmly with Iran\u2019s fighters for a just, liberated future.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cherie Blair<\/strong>, CBE, president of the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women, delivered a powerful video message, focusing on the dire struggles of Iranian women. Blair recounted the plight of Maryam Akbari Monfared, emphasizing that she \u201chas been imprisoned for fifteen years because she&#8217;s been fighting for accountability\u201d following the tragic loss of her siblings during the massacre of 30,000 political prisoners in 1988. Blair highlighted how the strict enforcement of the hijab and other restrictions strip Iranian women of basic freedoms, even as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/iran-protests-2022-nationwide-uprising\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the 2022 uprising<\/a>\u2014largely led by women\u2014\u201cshows their strength and determination.\u201d Urging global solidarity, she declared, \u201cLet&#8217;s stand with them demanding freedom and equality for all women,\u201d envisioning an Iran where \u201cfreedom and justice\u201d prevail.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Participating in this very empowering event with women of Iran <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/WomenForce4Change?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#WomenForce4Change<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/dBWzsyofuk\">https:\/\/t.co\/dBWzsyofuk<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Rosal\u00eda Arteaga (@rosaliaarteaga) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/rosaliaarteaga\/status\/1893300459193897011?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<p><strong>Baroness O&#8217;Loan<\/strong> delivered a powerful tribute to the many murdered and oppressed women of Iran, highlighting the brutal reality of a regime that exploits religious pretexts to justify its cruelty. She recalled the systematic use of executions, torture, and imprisonment as tools to silence dissent and maintain misogynistic rule. By contrasting this dark history with the organized resistance led by Iranian women\u2014especially the courageous fighters in Ashraf\u2014she affirmed that the struggle is not only against oppressive mandates but against a broader system of tyranny. Her address celebrated the enduring spirit of resistance, championing the Ten-Point and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryam-rajavi.com\/en\/viewpoints\/women-rights-in-iran\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twelve-Point Plan<\/a>\u00a0as viable blueprints for replacing dictatorship with a democratic republic based on gender equality and justice.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Theresa Villiers<\/strong>, former UK MP and minister, condemned the Iranian regime, drawing attention to the oppression faced by women in the country. \u201cIt is disgraceful that women in Iran are denied so many basic rights,\u201d she stated, referencing the cruel restrictions on marriage, divorce, custody, and inheritance. Highlighting the suffering of women, Villiers remarked, \u201cIt is appalling that punishments for domestic violence remain inadequate\u201d and recalled the tragic death of Mahsa Amini. She praised the powerful defiance of the \u201cWomen, Life, Freedom\u201d movement, declaring, \u201cThese evil men cannot prevail forever,\u201d and expressed unwavering support for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryam-rajavi.com\/en\/viewpoints\/plan-for-future-of-iran\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NCRI\u2019s Ten-Point Plan<\/a> toward a free, democratic Iran.<\/p>\n<p>Former British MP <strong>Anna Firth<\/strong> brought an international perspective, passionately condemning the brutal enforcement of Sharia laws that institutionalize the oppression of Iranian women. She stressed that every act of violence, every instance of torture, affects the global community and must not be ignored. Anna Firth lauded Mrs. Rajavi as the bravest Muslim woman championing women\u2019s rights, urging the international community to hold the regime accountable. She called for the referral of the human rights dossier to the UN Security Council and demanded support for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/maryam-rajavis-ten-point-plan-for-future-iran\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NCRI&#8217;s Ten-Point Plan<\/a> as the definitive roadmap toward a free, secular, and democratic Iran. Her call to action emphasized that silence is not an option when human rights are at stake.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">\ud83c\udfca\u200d\u2640\ufe0fAmazing speech by \u2066<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/sharrond62?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@sharrond62<\/a>\u2069 at \u2066<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/iran_policy?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@iran_policy<\/a>\u2069 conference for <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/InternationalWoman?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#InternationalWoman<\/a>\u2019sDay.  Such a national treasure.\ud83c\uddec\ud83c\udde7 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/yfklYFGyGr\">pic.twitter.com\/yfklYFGyGr<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Anna Firth (@Anna_Firth) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Anna_Firth\/status\/1893354819001151885?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Italian Senator <strong>Dolores Bevilacqua<\/strong> delivered an impromptu address in Italian, blending personal reflection with national pride. Speaking as a mother and a public servant, she contrasted the freedoms enjoyed in her homeland with the harsh realities faced by Iranian women. Dolores Bevilacqua celebrated the resilience of those fighting for dignity and self-determination, echoing the conference\u2019s rallying cry\u2014\u201cDonna, Resistenza, Libert\u00e0\u201d (Woman, Resistance, Freedom). Her heartfelt words reinforced that true liberation comes through unity and the courage to challenge oppression. She urged the audience to carry forward the spirit of the day, reminding everyone that empowering women is essential for building a just and democratic society.<\/p>\n<p>Former UK Shadow Minister for Justice <strong>Helen Goodman<\/strong> delivered a blistering critique of Iran\u2019s oppressive policies. \u201cWomen in Iran truly are the first victims of the regime,\u201d she declared, highlighting that \u201cfor boys, the age of criminal responsibility is 15, but for girls, it\u2019s nine.\u201d Goodman condemned the brutal new hijab law, where defiance can mean \u201cimprisonment for ten years, fines, washing dead bodies in the morgue, or fifty lashes.\u201d Invoking Hannah Arendt\u2019s definition of totalitarianism, she warned that the regime seeks \u201cto dominate every aspect of everyone\u2019s life.\u201d Her impassioned remarks underscored an urgent call for solidarity: \u201cWomen, Resistance, Freedom.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Former Dutch MEP <strong>Dorien Rookmaker<\/strong> emphasized both the struggle of Iranian women and the pivotal role of social media in today\u2019s activism. \u201cI&#8217;m rather active on social media and I get threats from supporters of the mullahs or even agents of the Shah,\u201d she revealed, urging that decisive engagement online is essential to overcome intimidation. Rookmaker recounted how critics questioned her right to speak on Iran\u2019s governance, to which she firmly responded that the Iranian people must decide their future. She underscored that the only leader capable of organizing a powerful opposition is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/maryam-rajavi\/\">Maryam Rajavi<\/a>, praising her as a beacon of hope for a democratic Iran. Her remarks highlighted the transformative power of digital activism and the need for global solidarity in the fight for freedom and equality.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"nl\" dir=\"ltr\">In Parijs op de PMOI vrouwen-conferentie, De Britse delegatie o.l.v. de Baroness O\u2019Loan, lid van het House of Lords, vertellen dat de Britse regering het IRGC op de zwarte lijst, de lijst voor terroristische organisaties heeft gezet. Nu Nederland nog. \u2066<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/MinPres?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@MinPres<\/a>\u2069 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/H9LMqDKFTm\">pic.twitter.com\/H9LMqDKFTm<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Dorien Rookmaker (@RookmakerDorien) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/RookmakerDorien\/status\/1893337087341887809?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Katja Adler<\/strong>, German MP, passionately voiced her unwavering support for Iranian women in their struggle for freedom. \u201cCourageous Iranian women have proven their will for a life of freedom,\u201d she stated, emphasizing their role as the driving force for change. Adler highlighted that the fight goes beyond personal rights, with women fighting for \u201ca democratic and just future for society.\u201d She strongly condemned the Iranian regime, calling it \u201ca misogynistic regime\u201d and underscoring that the women\u2019s resistance has been crucial in challenging religious dictatorship. \u201cThe international community cannot remain indifferent,\u201d she urged, reaffirming her commitment to amplifying the voices of Iranian women across the globe. She concluded by noting that the resistance is evolving, with the slogan shifting from \u201cWomen, Life, Freedom\u201d to \u201cWomen, Resistance, Freedom\u201d\u2014a powerful statement of defiance.<\/p>\n<p>German MP<strong> Sandra Weeser<\/strong> delivered an impassioned address, declaring that \u201csince the tragic death of Jina Mahsa Amini, we in Germany and the entire Western world have a moral obligation\u201d to support those fighting for freedom in Iran. She warned, \u201clip service is not enough,\u201d calling instead for clear strategies and decisive action. Weeser highlighted that the struggle of Iranian women is not merely an internal affair, noting that \u201cthe regime is a threat not only to its own people but also to the entire free world.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In her speech, Italian MP <strong>Naike Gruppioni <\/strong>honored those who have sacrificed everything for freedom and equality. \u201cI want to express my solidarity to the women of the Iranian Resistance,\u201d she declared, paying special tribute to \u201cover a thousand courageous women\u201d in Ashraf 3 in Albania who, despite enduring torture and long years of imprisonment, defend every woman&#8217;s right \u201cto choose.\u201d Gruppioni emphasized that these women are not victims but leaders, fighting to dismantle a theocratic dictatorship and build a democratic, secular Iran. She affirmed, \u201cThe freedom of Iranian women is also our freedom,\u201d lauding Maryam <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryam-rajavi.com\/en\/viewpoints\/plan-for-future-of-iran\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rajavi\u2019s Ten-Point Plan<\/a> as a progressive vision for human rights, gender equality, and democracy, and concluded with: \u201cdonne, resistenza e libert\u00e0.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"it\" dir=\"ltr\">Alla vigilia della <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/GiornataInternazionaledellaDonna?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#GiornataInternazionaledellaDonna<\/a>, voglio rendere omaggio alle donne che lottano per la libert\u00e0 e l\u2019uguaglianza.<\/p>\n<p>Un pensiero speciale va alle donne iraniane, che combattono con coraggio per i loro diritti. E non si fermano.<br \/>L\u2019Iran \u00e8 il simbolo della lotta\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/t8e7CvXBwA\">pic.twitter.com\/t8e7CvXBwA<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Naike Gruppioni (@naike_gruppioni) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/naike_gruppioni\/status\/1893362915107053638?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Speaking amid praise for Iranian women\u2019s resilience, Belgian Representative <strong>Kathleen Depoorter<\/strong> announced that Belgium\u2019s newly formed coalition has committed to \u201cfundamentally change policy towards Iran.\u201d She vowed to push for the blacklisting of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization, insisting that the IRGC\u2019s actions \u201cdestabilize the Middle East and far beyond.\u201d Depoorter envisioned an Iran where \u201ccompulsory hijab and discrimination are abolished\u201d and concluded by urging that \u201c2025 be the year of a free Iran,\u201d underscoring her unwavering support for the nation\u2019s freedom fighters.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Helena Carreiras<\/strong>, former Minister of National Defense of Portugal, honored Iranian women\u2019s unwavering struggle for freedom and justice. She stressed that \u201cnations that neglect women ultimately fail,\u201d emphasizing that the oppression of women harms entire societies. Recalling her own challenges as Portugal\u2019s first female defense minister, Carreiras praised the resolute spirit of Iranian women who have endured nearly half a century of misogynistic brutality. \u201cResistance is not merely a choice but a necessity,\u201d she declared, lauding the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryam-rajavi.com\/en\/viewpoints\/women-rights-in-iran\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NCRI\u2019s Twelve-Point Plan<\/a> as a progressive vision for a democratic, egalitarian Iran. Carreiras urged global action to \u201camplify their voices, raise their flags,\u201d calling on all to defend the fundamental values of freedom and justice.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Edita Tahiri<\/strong>, former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Deputy Prime Minister of Kosovo delivered an impassioned address in which she lauded the Iranian people&#8217;s enduring struggle for freedom. Speaking to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryam-rajavi.com\/en\/biography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maryam Rajavi<\/a>, she declared, \u201cI feel the power of freedom. I feel the power of patriotism that comes from the people of Iran oppressed for so long.\u201d Tahiri emphasized the critical role of women, stating, \u201cEvery nation that has empowered women is very strong,\u201d and urged decisive action by remarking, \u201cGet rid of Khamenei and all the wrongdoers.\u201d Drawing on her own experience in Kosovo, she affirmed that unity and visionary leadership\u2014exemplified by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/maryam-rajavis-ten-point-plan-for-future-iran\/\">Rajavi\u2019s Ten-Point Plan<\/a>\u2014are essential for a free, democratic, secular Iran led by women.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Sharron Davies MBE  &#8211; What a wonderful advocate for women in sport. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/fomIVwp7cM\">pic.twitter.com\/fomIVwp7cM<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Catherine Noone (@catherineanoone) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/catherineanoone\/status\/1893369065411879252?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Former British Olympic champion <strong>Sharron Davies<\/strong> delivered an impassioned speech on International Women\u2019s Day, championing the rights of Iranian women and athletes. \u201cI&#8217;m not a politician, but I&#8217;m here because I refuse to see another generation lose out on their dreams,\u201d she declared, recalling the systemic oppression that once deprived young girls of fair competition. Davies highlighted the stark disparity in sports funding, noting that \u201cwomen\u2019s sport gets only 4% of the money.\u201d Recounting the tragic fate of Iranian volleyball captain Furouzan Abdi\u2014\u201cwho could have been me\u201d\u2014she urged global solidarity: \u201cEvery sports movement around the world is Furouzan. Keep fighting.\u201d Davies reaffirmed her support for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryam-rajavi.com\/en\/viewpoints\/plan-for-future-of-iran\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mrs. Rajavi\u2019s Ten-Point Plan<\/a>, envisioning a future where Iranian women lead, compete, and thrive.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Rosa Zaraei<\/strong>, an NCRI supporter and master\u2019s graduate in international politics, delivered a stirring address highlighting Iranian women\u2019s enduring fight for freedom. \u201cFor over a century, Iranian women have led movements for independence, democracy, and equality,\u201d she declared, emphasizing that \u201ctheir defiance is not just an act of protest\u2014it is an assertion of hope, determination, and the fight for a better future.\u201d Zaraei recalled the sacrifices of tens of thousands imprisoned and tortured over the past 46 years, asserting that today \u201cwomen are not just part of Iran&#8217;s resistance, they are its heartbeats.\u201d She lauded <a href=\"https:\/\/wncri.org\/2024\/10\/21\/maryam-rajavi-trailblazing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maryam Rajavi\u2019s pivotal leadership<\/a> and Ten-Point Plan, which she described as \u201ca beacon of hope\u201d ensuring full rights and political participation for women, urging solidarity with the brave resistance units.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Maltese MP <strong>Katya de Giovanni<\/strong>, Chair of the Social Affairs Committee, delivered a resolute address in strong support of the Iranian Resistance. She stressed that \u201cthis day is not just for passive reflection, but for action,\u201d urging global leaders to stand with the brave women fighting for a future free from tyranny. De Giovanni condemned the regime\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.loc.gov\/item\/global-legal-monitor\/2023-09-05\/iran-law-to-protect-the-family-by-promoting-the-culture-of-chastity-and-hijab-proposed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u201cChastity and Hijab Law\u201d<\/a> as a tool of oppression designed \u201cto instill fear\u201d and \u201cdestroy lives.\u201d She lauded Maryam Rajavi\u2019s leadership and the NCRI\u2019s vision, emphasizing that her \u201c10 points and 12 plans envision a future free from discrimination, where gender equality prevails and religion is truly separated from the state.\u201d In closing, de Giovanni called on world leaders to \u201chold the regime accountable for its crimes against humanity\u201d and echoed the rallying cry: \u201cWomen, Resistance, Freedom.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"it\" dir=\"ltr\">Viva la donna, viva la resistenza, viva la libert\u00e0 \u270c\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/eXr5g09Asz\">https:\/\/t.co\/eXr5g09Asz<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Dolores Bevilacqua (@DoBevilacqua) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/DoBevilacqua\/status\/1893569881603252256?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 23, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Former Tunisian Minister of Women&#8217;s Affairs <strong>Sihem Badi<\/strong> delivered an impassioned speech on International Women\u2019s Day, celebrating the strength and resilience of women worldwide. Speaking with deep emotion, she honored the courageous women who, despite facing imprisonment, censorship, and oppression, continue to fight for freedom and justice. \u201cWhen I saw all these beautiful, intelligent, and militant women, I understood why some men fear us,\u201d she declared. Badi recalled her own years of political exile and paid tribute to the brave women of Iran and beyond who risk everything to defend democracy. She stressed that repression knows no borders, while solidarity is universal, urging everyone to unite their voices so that being a woman becomes a symbol of strength, not a target. \u201cDictatorships fall, but our struggle for freedom endures.\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"40b19b3c-edb7-4031-903d-d560f4237d79\" data-message-model-slug=\"o3-mini-high\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"4677\" data-end=\"5396\">Former Spanish Senator <strong>Carmen Quintanilla<\/strong> emphasized solidarity with Iranian women on behalf of millions of women in Spain. She praised Mrs. Rajavi as a beacon of hope and a leader who embodies the possibility of a future free from oppression. Carmen Quintanilla recalled the historic uprising following <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amnesty.org\/en\/latest\/news\/2023\/09\/what-happened-to-mahsa-zhina-amini\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mahsa Amini\u2019s tragic death<\/a>, stressing that the struggle for freedom is a shared battle for justice and dignity. She affirmed her commitment to Mrs. Rajavi&#8217;s Twelve-Point Plan as a roadmap for democratic reform, urging international unity in amplifying the voices of Iranian women. Her impassioned plea underscored that the cause of Iranian women is a universal fight for human rights.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"fr\" dir=\"ltr\">Des femmes leaders venues du monde entier afin de r\u00e9affirmer leur soutien \u00e0 <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Maryam_Rajavi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@Maryam_Rajavi<\/a> d&#39;avoir cet in\u00e9branlable courage de poursuivre,de ne pas c\u00e9der sous la torture ni aux ex\u00e9cutions,pour construire un Iran libre!  <br \/>Tenez, vous y \u00eates presque!  <br \/>Femme, R\u00e9sistance, Libert\u00e9 ! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/7mbizuj0XP\">pic.twitter.com\/7mbizuj0XP<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Oph\u00e9lie Van Elsuwe (@ophelie_oise60) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ophelie_oise60\/status\/1893324403187810458?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"5398\" data-end=\"6091\">Former Deputy leader of the Irish Seanad <strong>Catherine Noone<\/strong> offered a personal account of political resilience and the power of solidarity, drawing parallels between Ireland\u2019s own journey from oppression to democracy and the current struggle in Iran. She recounted the challenges and gendered abuse faced in Irish politics, emphasizing that support and persistent activism are vital for change. Noone stressed that every supportive voice matters and that sustained international pressure is crucial to hold the Iranian regime accountable. Her message of hope and determination underscored the importance of collective action, urging everyone to contribute to the movement for a free, just, and democratic Iran.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"6886\" data-end=\"7627\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong>Mahnaz Mohabbatkar<\/strong>, a member of the People&#8217;s Mujahideen Organization of Iran, delivered a stirring International Women\u2019s Day address from Ashraf 3. Speaking on behalf of her sisters in the Resistance, she emphasized that despite numerous challenges, the movement\u2019s strength lies in its cohesion and organization. Mohabbatkar stressed that the ultimate political goal is the overthrow of the Iranian regime to establish a democratic Iran where equality is a reality. Drawing inspiration from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/maryam-rajavi\/\">Maryam Rajavi<\/a>, she highlighted the importance of collective strength\u2014putting the group&#8217;s interest above individual preferences\u2014as the cornerstone of their unified organization.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"6886\" data-end=\"7627\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong>Mahnaz Farahani,<\/strong> a PMOI member from Ashraf 3, delivered a stirring speech detailing her personal journey from an architecture student to a freedom fighter. \u201cWe don&#8217;t just need outstanding architects. We need freedom fighters,\u201d she declared, emphasizing that the struggle in Iran is not for mere reforms but for the complete overthrow of a regime that denies basic rights. Farahani painted a stark picture of life under tyranny\u2014where even choosing what to wear or speaking freely is criminalized\u2014and highlighted the courageous role of young women who led the 2022 uprising. \u201cTogether we are unstoppable,\u201d she affirmed, urging unity and resilience in the fight for a free Iran.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Former President of Ecuador \ud83c\uddea\ud83c\udde8 <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/rosaliaarteaga?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@rosaliaarteaga<\/a> at the Free Iran <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/IWD2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#IWD2025<\/a> conference:<\/p>\n<p>Women with ideas and with vision, led by Maryam Rajavi, can make it possible to establish a democratic government in Iran<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/WomenForce4Change?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#WomenForce4Change<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/AccelerateAction?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#AccelerateAction<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/IStandWithMaryamRajavi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#IStandWithMaryamRajavi<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/womenncri?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@womenncri<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/Apk7Bk40nI\">pic.twitter.com\/Apk7Bk40nI<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; M. Hanif Jazayeri (@HanifJazayeri) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/HanifJazayeri\/status\/1893350218831425969?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 22, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"6886\" data-end=\"7627\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong>Iulia Dascalu<\/strong>, a member of the Moldovan Parliament, expressed unwavering solidarity with the Iranian Resistance. She condemned the worsening repression in Iran, noting that many women have been executed under a regime built on misogyny. She stressed that this oppression is not merely a matter of numbers but a grave violation of human lives and freedoms. Dascalu lauded the courageous Iranian women whose decades-long resistance has ignited a movement for equality and democracy. Highlighting Maryam Rajavi\u2019s leadership and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/maryam-rajavis-ten-point-plan-for-future-iran\/\">her Ten-Point Plan<\/a>, she urged global support for a future where all Iranians\u2014women and men alike\u2014can live freely and prosperously.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-start=\"6886\" data-end=\"7627\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Former president of the European Bar Federation and vice dean of the Polish Bar Association, I<strong>zabela Konopacka<\/strong>, emphasized that Iranian women are fighting not for equal pay but for basic human rights: freedom of speech, work, and education. Sharing a personal anecdote about her niece Emma\u2019s innocent question on gender inequality, Konopacka highlighted the absurdity of discrimination. \u201cThe struggle for freedom is universal,\u201d she declared, urging European leaders to amplify the voices of Iranian women. Her call to support the resistance is a step toward a freer, more just world for all.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On February 22, 2025, in Paris, the international conference &ldquo;Women, Force for Change &ndash; Free Iran 2025&rdquo; convened a diverse assembly of global leaders, activists, and human rights advocates. 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