Reza Pahlavi

Reza Pahlavi is the exiled Crown Prince of Iran, son of the last Shah. He is a prominent figure in the Iranian diaspora and advocates for a secular, democratic Iran. He is newsworthy due to the ongoing protests in Iran against the current regime. Recent events include Iranian state TV channels being hacked to broadcast footage of him and messages calling on security forces to side with the public. This occurred amidst a brutal crackdown on protesters, highlighting Pahlavi's continued relevance as a symbol of opposition to the Islamic Republic. The hacking incident underscores the ongoing unrest and the desire for change within Iran, with Pahlavi representing a potential alternative leadership.