Brussels Free Iran Rally · Saturday, 6 September 2025

Event Overview

Key Themes & Demands

• Support the 10 point plan set forth by Maryam Rajavi
• No war, No appeasement, Support the Third Option of regime change by the Iranian people and the organized resistance.
• Stop executions in Iran— Europe must act to end the regime’s execution wave.
• No more delay — Reimpose suspended UN Security Council sanctions.
• Blacklist the IRGC — EU and UK designation of the IRGC as a terrorist entity.
• Recognize the Iranian people’s right to overthrow the regime and establish democracy.

Selected Speakers & Dignitaries

• The Hon. Mike Pence — Vice President of the United States of America (2017–2021), former Member of US Congress.
• The Hon. Guy Verhofstadt — Prime Minister of Belgium (1999–2008), former EP Brexit Coordinator.
• The Hon. John Bercow — Speaker of the UK House of Commons (2009–2019).
• The Hon. Patrick Kennedy — Former U.S. Congressman.
• The Hon. Alejo Vidal‑Quadras — Former Vice‑President of the European Parliament; survivor of an Iran‑sponsored assassination attempt.
• Representatives of Iranian associations from across Europe.

Press Release

Headline: Tens of Thousands Expected at Brussels Rally on 6 September, backing Maryam Rajavi's Call for a Democratic Republic in Iran

Subhead: Dignitaries and members of the Iranian diaspora call for urgent action to halt executions, enforce UN resolutions, and support the NCRI’s Ten-Point Plan and Third Option: no to external war, no to appeasement, yes to change by the Iranian people and their organized resistance

Summary

Iranians from across Europe will assemble at the Atomium in Brussels on 6 September echoing aspiration of the enchained people of Iran for a democratic republic, free of the hereditary or religious rule. The call on the EU/UK designation of the IRGC as a terrorist entity. The rally will feature high‑profile European and American dignitaries. Livestream begins at 14:30 on the X account of Maryam Rajavi (@Maryam_Rajavi).

Quotes (pre‑cleared)

Maryam Rajavi: “A free Iran with separation of religion and state, gender equality, ethnic autonomy, and abolition of the death penalty.” And “It is time for Western governments to … stand with the Iranian people this time.”

Organizers: “Tens of thousands are converging on Brussels to say no to executions, no to nuclear blackmail, and no to appeasement, yes to regime change by the people and organised resistance.”

Background Facts

• Nationwide uprisings since 2018 have repeatedly shaken the regime.
• In July 2025 alone, 100+ executions were recorded, including members of the MEK.
• Over the last year, reports indicate 1,600+ executions and mass political arrests.
• France, Germany, and the UK have moved to trigger the UN snapback mechanism, reimposing suspended sanctions.
• UN experts have referred to the 1988 massacre of political prisoners as genocide and a crime against humanity.

Recent Coverage & Public Endorsements

Media Coverage

• Utrop (NO): Commentary
• Il Riformista (IT): Iran, the Third Option & Brussels march
• Brussels Morning (EN): Brussels hosts major rally

Public Endorsements (X)

Selected endorsements, statements, and coverage threads. More are being added.