In a pivotal bipartisan summit convened in Washington, DC, former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo delivered a scorching critique of the Iranian regime’s domestic repression and global terror campaigns. Addressing an audience deeply committed to shaping the future of Iran and the Middle East, Pompeo left no stone unturned as he delineated the severe threats posed by Tehran’s nefarious activities.
Secretary Pompeo commenced by unveiling Tehran’s deceptive facade of stability, emphasizing, “Tehran continues to project an illusion of stability despite nationwide protests since 2017. The regime’s agenda is straightforward: to exert dominance across the region, instilling fear in Gulf Arab states, Israelis, and all regional stakeholders. Our collective aspiration is precisely the opposite, and we shall prevail.”
Furthermore, Pompeo exposed Tehran’s orchestration of conflicts throughout the Middle East, asserting, “Tehran is the mastermind behind the ongoing conflicts in Israel, the Red Sea, and across the region. By amplifying its proxies, Tehran seeks to divert global attention from its internal vulnerabilities. We must thwart these machinations. Tehran’s utilization of terror and chaos, propagated through its proxies, aims to extract concessions and instill fear, but we must never yield or reward such brutality.”
Pompeo also dismantled Tehran’s propagandistic narrative portraying regional conflicts as a struggle between Israel and the Palestinian people, denouncing it as a flagrant falsehood: “Tehran’s fervent desire is to depict regional turmoil as a battle between Israel and the Palestinian populace. This is a fabrication. We must counter it with the truth: the epicenter of global terrorism lies within Tehran.”
Shifting focus to the solution, Pompeo lauded the courage and resilience of the Iranian Resistance, affirming, “We witness an unwavering and formidable organized Resistance gaining momentum. Endowed with decades of combatting this malevolent dictatorship and theocratic rule, I am confident in the ascension of this resistance.”
However, Pompeo cautioned against the regime’s attempts to subvert perceived threats to its existence, cautioning, “Since last December, the regime has embarked on sham trials… conducting trials in absentia targeting members of the MEK, the principal opposition movement. These individuals, residing across Europe, including France and Albania, face baseless charges as the regime seeks to justify terrorism against them. It is imperative that nations like the United States and Europe unequivocally reject this charade.”
Addressing the dire human rights situation within Iran, Pompeo decried the regime’s escalating repression and record-high executions, lamenting, “In 2023 alone, executions soared to a staggering 860, marking an eight-year peak. This grim trend persists into 2024, underscoring the regime’s fear of its own populace.”
Regarding the recent sham elections orchestrated by the regime, Pompeo highlighted them as a testament to its vulnerability, stating, “On March 1st, Iran held yet another sham election for the Assembly of Experts, denying Iranians the opportunity for genuine participation. Many opted to abstain, echoing the uprising witnessed in 2022, where dissenters across Iran chanted ‘down with the oppressor,’ be it the Shah or the supreme leader.”
Dismissing the regime’s propaganda against the Iranian Resistance, Secretary Pompeo remarked, “The mullahs incessantly claim there’s no alternative to their rule, yet expend billions to suppress any alternative. Every ounce of energy directed towards stifling dissent underscores the potency of the Resistance.”
Pompeo concluded with a fervent call for global solidarity in support of the Iranian people’s quest for freedom, asserting, “Those capable of influencing global responses to the valiant efforts of these resistance fighters must not falter. The Iranian regime seeks rewards for its terrorism, but we must never acquiesce. The true strength lies with the Iranian people. Support them, not the terrorists. The freedom fighters within Iran will inevitably triumph, much like the pioneers of freedom did for the United States 250 years ago.”
In Pompeo’s comprehensive indictment of the Iranian regime, a resounding call to action resonates—a call to stand with the Iranian people in their pursuit of liberty and justice, and to unequivocally condemn the tyrannical machinations of the regime in Tehran.
