{"id":331682,"date":"2025-05-19T06:54:03","date_gmt":"2025-05-19T05:54:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/?p=331682"},"modified":"2025-05-19T20:13:04","modified_gmt":"2025-05-19T19:13:04","slug":"iran-news-in-brief-may-19-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/news\/iran-news-in-brief-news\/iran-news-in-brief-may-19-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Iran News in Brief \u2013 May 19, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Bern, Switzerland \u2013 Supporters of the PMOI held an exhibition displaying pictures of martyrs in solidarity with the nationwide uprising.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

THIS PAGE WILL BE UPDATED WITH THE LATEST NEWS<\/h3>\n

UPDATE: 7:00 PM CEST<\/strong><\/p>\n

Iranian Ambassador Summoned to Foreign Office after Three Men Charged Under National Security Act<\/h3>\n

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The UK government has summoned Iran’s ambassador in response to three Iranian nationals being charged under the National Security Act.<\/p>\n

The three men were charged with spying offences at Westminster Magistrates’ Court over the weekend.<\/p>\n

Mostafa Sepahvand, 39, Farhad Javadi Manesh, 44, and Shapoor Qalehali Khani Noori, 55, are alleged to have targeted journalists working for Iran International, an independent media organisation based in London.<\/p>\n

“The UK government is clear that protecting national security remains our top priority and Iran must be held accountable for its actions,” a statement read.<\/p>\n

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Seven Iranians Arrested in UK<\/h3>\n

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Tennessee Williams once said, \u201cThe only thing worse than a liar is a liar that\u2019s also a hypocrite!\u201d He would have found a perfect example in the Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi. Five men, four of whom were Iranian nationals, were arrested on 4 May by British Counter Terrorism Police, with the help of armed military personnel, on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act targeting the Israeli Embassy in London.<\/p>\n

A further three Iranian men were arrested the same day in London as part of a separate counter-terrorism operation under section 27 of the UK\u2019s National Security Act 2023, a law that regulates espionage, sabotage, and foreign interference.<\/p>\n

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Tehran Between Hammer of Uprising and Anvil of War<\/h3>\n

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In our contemporary political climate, the Islamic Republic of Iran finds itself caught in a dangerous bind: on one side, the looming threat of a national uprising; on the other, the growing possibility of military confrontation with the West. Regime-affiliated media reported that the primary sticking point in the fourth round of nuclear negotiations is uranium enrichment.<\/p>\n

The United States is demanding a complete halt to all enrichment activities on Iranian soil, while the regime considers this a red line and refuses to dismantle its nuclear facilities in Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow.<\/p>\n

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PMOI Resistance Units in Zahedan Launch Bold Anti-Regime Campaign Amid Power Outages<\/h3>\n

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On Friday, May 16, Resistance Units in Zahedan carried out a daring field campaign, putting up placards and writing slogans on city walls in protest of worsening living conditions, particularly recurring electricity blackouts, widespread executions, and repression.<\/p>\n

The operation was conducted under heavy surveillance, with cameras and security patrols by Basij forces and IRGC units throughout the city. This comes as the Iranian regime continues to sentence dissidents to death, making these acts of defiance an unmistakable sign of courage and determination.<\/p>\n

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Why A Bipartisan Majority Supports Iranian Opposition to Regime<\/h3>\n

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A bipartisan majority in the U.S. House of Representatives recently supported the 10-point plan of Maryam Rajavi for a free Iran with HR 166, led by Reps. McClintock, R-California, and Brad Sherman, D-California.<\/p>\n

The resolution acknowledges the legitimacy of the rebellious youths \u2014 led by MEK, i.e., the main democratic opposition \u2014 confronting the repressive forces of IRGC inside Iran. The support for the resolution transcends party lines and ideological leanings.<\/p>\n

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House Majority Backs \u2018Freedom Fighters\u2019 in Iran, Calls to \u2018Collapse the Tyranny from Within\u2019<\/h3>\n

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A bipartisan House majority has cosponsored a resolution backing Iranian democracy and denouncing the regime\u2019s escalating campaign of terrorism, with Rep. Tom McClintock (R-CA) \u2014 who announced the milestone \u2014 calling the move a stand for a \u201cdemocratic, secular, and nonnuclear Republic of Iran,\u201d as Rep. Keith Self (R-TX) pointed to President Donald Trump\u2019s legacy of pressure diplomacy, noting such deals succeed when \u201cthe world understands it must take him at his word.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Exhibition by MEK Supporters in Lucerne, Switzerland, Against Executions and Repression by Iran\u2019s Regime<\/h3>\n

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Lucerne, Switzerland \u2013 May 16, 2025 \u2013 The exhibition by supporters of the People\u2019s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI\/MEK) took place in Lucerne to protest the Iranian regime\u2019s severe repression, focusing especially on the death sentences imposed on political prisoner especially Behrouz Ehsani and Mehdi Hassani, who reportedly face imminent execution.<\/p>\n

The organizers demanded the immediate abolition of these death sentences and the unconditional release of all political prisoners in Iran. They condemned the regime\u2019s ongoing human rights violations and expressed solidarity with the Iranian people\u2019s uprising for democratic change.<\/p>\n

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One-Week Human Rights Exhibition in Bucharest, Romania, Condemns Executions in Iran<\/h3>\n

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Bucharest, Romania \u2013 May 10\u201317, 2025: A one-week human rights exhibition was held in Bucharest by supporters of the People\u2019s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI\/MEK). The event supported the \u201cNo to Executions\u201d campaign in Iran, condemned the death penalty, and called for the release of political prisoners while raising awareness about the Iranian regime\u2019s escalating human rights violations.<\/p>\n

The exhibition highlighted the harsh conditions faced by PMOI members and other political prisoners in Iran, many of whom have been sentenced to death following unjust trials. Among the most urgent cases featured were Behrouz Ehsani and Mehdi Hassani, both reportedly facing imminent execution.<\/p>\n

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Nationwide Bakers\u2019 Protests Erupt Across Iran Over Electricity and Economic Crisis<\/h3>\n

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Iran Faces New Wave of Protests as Bakers Demand Justice and Reform
\nAs Iran sinks deeper into economic and livelihood crises, bakers across the country have risen in protest. From Isfahan, Kermanshah, Mashhad, Ahvaz, Qom, Birjand, and Ilam to many other cities, these hardworking citizens have gathered to express their anger and desperation in the face of worsening conditions.<\/p>\n

This nationwide protest erupted in response to the non-payment of government subsidies, the failure of the \u201cNanino\u201d bread management system, crippling production costs, and the meager income of bakers. The demonstrations reveal the severity of a disaster created by the regime\u2019s failed policies and mismanagement that have crushed the lives of millions of Iranians.<\/p>\n

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Soaring Dairy Exports Amid Plummeting Domestic Consumption in Iran<\/h3>\n

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Amid a sharp decline in per capita dairy consumption in Iran, official statistics show an unprecedented increase in dairy exports in 2024 compared to previous years.<\/p>\n

According to the Iranian regime\u2019s customs office, dairy exports in 2024 increased by 43% in value and 19% in volume.<\/p>\n

The report indicates that over 587,347 tons of various dairy products, worth approximately $948.9 million, were exported to 46 different countries during this period.<\/p>\n

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Support of 560 British Lawmakers from Both Houses for the Iranian Resistance<\/h3>\n

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Five hundred sixty lawmakers from both the House of Commons and the House of Lords in the United Kingdom declared their support for the Iranian opposition, the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI). This joint statement, signed by 230 members of the House of Commons and 330 members of the House of Lords, expressed support for Maryam Rajavi\u2019s ten-point plan for the future of Iran. The statement called for support of Maryam Rajavi\u2019s ten-point plan for tomorrow\u2019s Iran.<\/p>\n

They called for a democratic republic. Appeasement of this collapsing regime undermines democratic values, strengthens its repressive policies, and weakens global security.<\/p>\n

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Iran\u2019s Economic Outlook Darkens as IMF Warns of Stagnation, Soaring Inflation, and Deepening Deficits<\/h3>\n

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Amid escalating international sanctions and mounting internal challenges, the Iranian regime is facing one of its most severe economic downturns in recent years. A newly released report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) underscores the gravity of the situation, highlighting sluggish growth, surging inflation, a shrinking economy, and a widening fiscal deficit\u2014factors that signal the potential for long-term instability.<\/p>\n

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Iran\u2019s Electricity Crisis Deepens Ahead of Summer 2025<\/h3>\n

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With just one month remaining until the summer of 2025, Iran\u2019s electricity crisis is escalating rapidly, exposing the regime\u2019s inability to address chronic energy shortages despite repeated warnings and growing public discontent.<\/p>\n

Two weeks ago, a memorandum of understanding was signed between the Ministry of Energy and the Ministry of Industry, Mine, and Trade, aimed at \u201cpreventing the losses of previous years.\u201d However, the agreement has yet to be implemented and appears to have been sidelined amid growing demand and dwindling supply.<\/p>\n

Read more<\/a><\/p>\n

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Also, read Iran News in Brief \u2013 May 18<\/strong>, 2025<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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