What it’s like for Iran’s expats to watch protests unfold

Source: CNN

“Those of us living outside of Iran can only be supportive of the decisions of the people of Iran and their wishes,” Milanian said. “I personally don’t feel that I have the right to choose for them, as someone who has lived outside of the country for over 30 years … all I can do is be supportive from afar, share the news to raise awareness and do my part from the outside, based on their wishes … I don’t believe that I have the right to choose their next leader of choice.”

Previous
Previous

Celebrating Nowruz, the Persian New Year

Next
Next

Iran International interview with Bita Milanian | May 2022