BREAKING:Reza Pahlavi Calls on Trump to Back Iranian Protesters as Unrest Spreads.

Reza Pahlavi, the exiled crown prince of Iran, has publicly urged President Donald Trump to partner with him and what he described as the Iranian people, as anti-regime protests continue to spread across the country.

In a forceful appeal issued Sunday, Pahlavi argued that the moment represents a rare opportunity to bring an end to Iran’s ruling system, declaring, “We need to cut the snake’s head off for good.”

Pahlavi, the son of Iran’s last shah who was overthrown during the 1979 Islamic Revolution, has lived in exile for decades and positioned himself as a leading voice for secular, democratic change in Iran.

His comments come amid reports of sustained protests driven by economic hardship, political repression, and public anger toward Iran’s clerical leadership.

In his message, Pahlavi called for direct cooperation between the United States and Iranian opposition forces, urging Washington to go beyond rhetorical support and take concrete steps to weaken the regime.

While he did not lay out a detailed policy roadmap, his remarks suggested a combination of diplomatic pressure, international isolation of Tehran, and support for internal resistance movements.

President Trump has long taken a hardline stance toward Iran, particularly during his presidency, when his administration withdrew from the nuclear deal and imposed sweeping sanctions.

Pahlavi’s appeal appears aimed at aligning the current unrest inside Iran with Trump’s broader strategy of confronting the Iranian government and limiting its regional influence.

Supporters of Pahlavi argue that the protests demonstrate deep cracks within the regime and that outside backing could help tip the balance toward lasting change.

They view him as a unifying figure who could help guide a transition away from the current system, though his role and level of support inside Iran remain subjects of debate.

Critics caution that overt foreign involvement, especially from the United States, could be used by Iranian authorities to discredit protesters by portraying them as tools of outside powers.

They also warn that destabilizing the regime without a clear transition plan could lead to chaos or increased violence.

The Iranian government has so far dismissed opposition figures in exile as irrelevant and has moved aggressively to suppress demonstrations.

Nonetheless, the persistence of protests has drawn growing international attention and renewed discussion about Iran’s future.

As unrest continues and global leaders weigh their options, Pahlavi’s call underscores the stakes of the moment.

Whether the United States chooses to heed his appeal or pursue a more cautious approach, the outcome of Iran’s internal struggle could reshape the country—and the region—for years to come.