Iranians rally outside US embassies worldwide, urge continued pressure on Tehran

Hundreds of thousands of Iranians protested at U.S. embassies globally to demand continued sanctions against the Islamic Republic as high-level peace talks in Islamabad ended without an agreement.

Hundreds of thousands of Iranians across the diaspora held coordinated rallies outside U.S. embassies and consulates in more than 34 cities worldwide on Saturday. Spanning Europe, Asia, and North America, the demonstrations were organized following a call by opposition figure Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi. Protesters sent a unified message to Washington, urging policymakers to “stay the course” by maintaining maximum pressure on the Islamic Republic rather than seeking new diplomatic agreements.

The global mobilization comes at a critical diplomatic juncture, as talks between the U.S. and Iran in Islamabad, Pakistan, reportedly concluded on Sunday without a deal. Demonstrators argued that the Iranian regime is currently in a weakened state and warned that any easing of sanctions or international pressure would allow Tehran to intensify internal repression. The rallies also aimed to amplify the voices of those inside Iran, who are currently grappling with a nationwide internet blackout that has lasted over 40 days.

Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi described the demonstrations as a “decisive moment” for the nation, asserting that the Iranian people will not accept the survival of the current government. Participants called for sustained international action against Iran’s security and judicial apparatus, citing a sharp rise in executions and violent crackdowns on dissent. As diplomatic efforts stall, the diaspora continues to lobby world leaders to prioritize human rights and support the struggle for freedom within Iran.

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