Iran’s Silent Scream: A Diaspora Voice Urges Action Against Tyranny

Iran’s Silent Scream: A Diaspora Voice Urges Action Against Tyranny

By Bing Jabadan – Thenationweek.com
June 25, 2025

MANILA, Philippines – For Iranians scattered across the globe, the political turmoil in their homeland isn’t an abstract debate; it’s a reality of dashed hopes and enduring oppression.

Speaking on condition of anonymity to Thenationweek.com, an Iranian who has been living in the Philippines for two decades claimed that 90 percent of the people are tired of the regime.

“We want change,” he said, echoing the desperation of a nation yearning for liberation.

“We have tried so many times, but they have too much power. They use it to silence dissent, imprison activists, and, more often than not, hang them.”

His testimony exposes the brutal reality of life under the Ayatollahs, where any expression of opposition is met with swift and merciless retribution.

The source, who considers himself an atheist, recounted personal experiences of arrest and persecution, ultimately fleeing the country to survive.

“I became an atheist when I was 16, and I had been arrested a few times; I have been lucky to be alive and out of the country,” he narrated.

While acknowledging the complexities of the situation in Iran, the source thanked past U.S. administrations, specifically U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, for their willingness to confront the Iranian regime.

His sentiment, though controversial, highlighted a significant divide within the nation: some condemn external intervention, while others see it as the only way to achieve regime change.

“The Islamic regime is feeding all the terrorist groups in the region and keeping it unsafe to maintain their power,” the source said, echoing concerns about Iran’s destabilizing influence in the Middle East.

A search on X (formerly Twitter) for the hashtag “MIGA” (Make Iran Great Again) reportedly reveals the depth of this sentiment among Iranian expatriates longing for a return to a more prosperous and free Iran.

“It’s been 20 years, and I haven’t seen my family. I know if I go back, not only will it be dangerous for me but for my family in Iran as well.”

The source also condemned the regime’s alleged recent execution of a young man accused of aiding Israel and the suppression of internet access to prevent dissent.

“The only social media they have access to is Twitter because they can use some VPN to connect to it.”

Challenging Western critics who condemn potential U.S. or Israeli actions, the source appealed to them to understand the experiences of Iranians under the current regime.

“As an Iranian residing in the Philippines, I find myself compelled to address the chorus of voices condemning war, particularly in relation to Israel, as they truly grasp the complexities of our reality,” he declared.

“The truth is, many cannot fathom what it’s like to grow up in a society where the mantra is ‘suffer in this life for a better afterlife.’”

His message is a plea for understanding and a call for accountability.

He lamented that many in the West take their freedom for granted and fail to grasp the daily struggle for survival of Iranians.

He urged critics to consider the Iranian regime’s brutal suppression of dissent before condemning those who seek change, even if that change involves external intervention.

“Before casting judgment, I urge you to reflect on this: most of you have never had to battle for mere survival, forced to conform to beliefs that don’t resonate with your own.”

Despite the personal risks, the source remains hopeful for a brighter future.

“For sure I will; I want my kids to see the beauty of that country. But we will get rid of those murderers first.”

His closing words are a poignant call to action: “Take a moment to scrutinize who you are truly supporting before you hit ‘post.’”