Firouz Mahvi Condemns Western Mourning After Death of Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi

Firouz Mahvi, Member of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Iranian opposition National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI) has condemned the mourning of the death of President Ebrahim Raisi by western governments.

“I would like to comment briefly on the shameful mourning of Ebrahim Raisi’s death and the condolences offered to Khamenei by the EU and some Western governments,” he said.

“Such deplorable gestures only encourage the regime’s relentless repression, especially against women, executions and massacres.

“This regime will undoubtedly be overthrown by the Iranian people. Petty short-term political and economic interests do not justify flattering these criminal mullahs.”

Recent developments represent a significant strategic setback for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and the Iranian regime, known for its history of executions and massacres.

The death of President Raisi is likely to incite a series of internal crises and potential unrest among the youth.

The actions of Raisi, particularly his involvement in the 1988 massacre of political prisoners, have been condemned by many.

His legacy is marked by the sorrow of mothers and the demands for justice from those affected by the executions, as well as the broader discontent of the Iranian populace and historical judgment.

Following a recent helicopter crash, it was quickly evident that there were no survivors. Fearing the fallout, the regime delayed the announcement for approximately 18 hours. In response, the Supreme Security Council, led by Khamenei, placed the IRGC and other security forces on high alert.

Raisi’s career history is notable:

• Prosecutor in Karaj and Hamedan, overseeing numerous executions in the early 1980s.
• Deputy prosecutor in Tehran.
• Key member of the ‘death commissions’ during the 1988 massacre.
• Prosecutor General of Iran.
• Head of Iran’s General Inspection Organisation.
• Deputy Head of the Judiciary.
• Custodian of the Astan Quds Razavi Foundation.
• Head of the Judiciary.
• President of Iran.

Khamenei’s trust in Raisi wss rooted in Raisi’s involvement in mass executions, especially during 1988, which assured Khamenei of Raisi’s loyalty.

Khamenei strategically placed Raisi in influential roles, including managing a crucial economic foundation, leading the judiciary, and eventually the presidency to ensure regime consolidation.

In recent years, with Raisi’s assistance, Khamenei has systematically eliminated opposition within the regime, extending from the judiciary to the legislature and executive branches. Raisi’s leadership facilitated the regime’s use of national resources for military and terrorist activities, aligning the government closely with the IRGC and Quds Force.

The recent setbacks have demoralized the regime’s forces. Amidst ongoing conflicts, Khamenei must now overhaul the apparatus established during Raisi’s leadership. This necessity underscores the regime’s significant strategic defeat.

Internal conflicts within the regime are escalating, increasing the potential for public protests and uprisings. Khamenei faces the imminent risk of regime collapse.

Khamenei’s options are to either retreat, which would weaken the regime’s control, or intensify crackdowns, purges, and aggressive policies, including possibly pursuing nuclear capabilities for regime preservation.

According to Article 131 of the regime’s constitution, in the event of the president’s incapacitation, the First Vice President assumes presidential duties with the Supreme Leader’s approval.

A council comprising the Speaker of Parliament, the Head of the Judiciary, and the First Vice President must ensure a new president is elected within 50 days.

However, the Iranian populace remains skeptical of the election process, recognizing the lack of genuine choice under the current regime.

The resistance against the IRGC and efforts to overthrow the regime are viewed as legitimate under both national and international law, as stated in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Denying this right would be considered indefensible.

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Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi Dies in Helicopter Crash

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Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has died in a helicopter crash. This information was reported by the media on the morning of 20th May.

Alongside him, all seven other passengers also perished, including the Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, a provincial governor Malik Rahmeti, and his deputy, Ali Hashemi.

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