Extra--Read For Yourself : Fox News Tells Us: Upset in Iran

 Nadeane Goldfoot                                                  

4:05pm Fox News in Portland, Oregon Speaks:  Maria Bartiromo tells us what's going on in Iran !!!  The :Prince also spoke.  Maria Sara Bartiromo (born September 11, 1967) is an American conservative journalist and author who has also worked as a financial reporter and news anchor. She is the host of Mornings with Maria and Maria Bartiromo's Wall Street on the Fox Business channel, and Sunday Morning Futures With Maria Bartiromo on the Fox News channel. 

5:55pm:  In early 2026, Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of Iran’s last Shah, has appeared in multiple interviews on Fox News with Maria Bartiromo, specifically on "Sunday Morning Futures." He has advocated for the overthrow of the current Iranian regime, urging U.S. support for the Iranian people's "fight for freedom". 

Key points from his recent appearances include:

• Prepared to Return: Pahlavi stated in January 2026 that he is planning to return to Iran at the first opportunity to help lead a transition to a democratic government.
• Message to President Trump: He has appealed directly to President Trump to support the Iranian people rather than negotiate with the current leadership, which he calls a "terror regime".
• Regime Collapse: Pahlavi has argued that the Iranian regime is "on its last leg" and "on the verge of collapse".
• Support for Opposition: He has claimed that the Iranian people are in a state of revolution against Ayatollah Khamenei’s regime.
• Geopolitical Stance: Pahlavi has criticized the Biden administration's previous policies, such as prisoner swaps and financial dealings with the Iranian regime, arguing that such actions "reward hostage takers". 

Note: The search results indicate that Pahlavi has appeared on "Sunday Morning Futures" frequently, including in January 2026, June 2025, and April 2025.  

CBS followed, the Crown Prince had been interviwed by Maria who was pretty tough.  In a January 2026 CBS News interview, Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran’s last Shah, declared the Islamic Republic in collapse and urged the international community to support a democratic transition. Pahlavi called for increased pressure on the regime, including sanctions and action against the IRGC, while presenting himself as a uniting figure for a secular, democratic Iran. 

Key details from the January 2026 interviews:

• Urgent Action: Pahlavi called for targeted actions against the IRGC to assist protesters, arguing that the regime is in its final stages.
• Leadership Role: He stated he is ready to lead a transitional period to establish a democracy, asserting that he has significant support within Iran.
• Transition Plan: He outlined a plan for a 100-day recovery period, focusing on national stability, economic recovery, and a move toward a secular, democratic system.
• Support for Transition: Pahlavi indicated he has been in contact with members of the Trump administration, emphasizing the need for international support to ensure a peaceful transition. 

He described the ongoing protests not merely as demands for reform, but as a full-scale revolution aimed at ending the current regime. 

Sunday Morning Futures

January 11, 2026

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Exiled Iranian crown prince reflects on 'defining' moment as protests spread

Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi discusses surging protests in Iran, the regime’s internet blackout and his plan for a transition and free elections as tensions rise between Iran and the United States. 
Update: Friday 13, 2026:  As of February 2026, Iran is experiencing intense, widespread anti-regime protests characterized by a violent, unprecedented crackdown from authorities, with reports indicating thousands killed, including 7,003 in recent unrest. Despite the severe, often deadly, response from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the regime faces sustained, deep-seated public rage over economic ruin and repression. 
Protest Status: The protests, fueled by extreme economic hardship and long-standing dissatisfaction, have led to significant unrest across the country. (The Prince in USA has answered and is leading the people.  Heplans to join them shortly.)  

• Violent Crackdown: Security forces, including the IRGC, have engaged in a deadly crackdown, with activists reporting over 7,000 deaths.
• Communication Blackouts: Authorities have used internet shutdowns to hide the scale of the repression.