Solidarity with Iran’s Uprising: Paris Exhibition Highlights Human Rights Abuses

Paris, France – March 13, 2026 – A book fair and photo exhibition held in Paris served as a powerful display of solidarity with the ongoing uprising in Iran, honoring the victims and fallen heroes of the movement. The event strongly condemned the continued human rights violations and executions carried out by the ruling clerical regime, even as also acknowledging the recent announcement of a Provisional Government by the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI).

Expressions of Support and Condemnation

Organized by supporters of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK), the exhibition aimed to raise awareness about the plight of the Iranian people and their demand for freedom, justice and democratic governance. Organizers voiced concerns regarding the grave danger faced by political prisoners amidst the ongoing war and bombing in Iran, calling for their immediate release. The event featured compelling photographs and personal testimonies, showcasing the courage and sacrifices of protesters.

Call for International Solidarity

The exhibition urged the international community to stand with the Iranian people and refrain from supporting any authoritarian alternatives. Organizers specifically called on the French public to recognize the suffering of the Iranian people and their rejection of both monarchical and theocratic forms of dictatorship. Participants emphasized the urgent need for a free and democratic republic in Iran, reaffirming their commitment to the struggle for political rights and civil liberties.

Recent Demonstrations and Opposition Movements

The Paris exhibition follows a series of demonstrations by Iranian opposition groups in Europe. On February 8, 2025, a rally of approximately 6,000 Iranians in Paris marked the 46th anniversary of the uprising against the Shah, calling for the fall of the current regime The Times of Israel. A similar event, a book table and photo exhibition, was held in Paris on February 17, 2026, by freedom-loving Iranians and supporters of the PMOI/MEK YouTube.

Broader Global Protests

The demonstrations in Paris are part of a wider wave of protests occurring globally as the war in Iran continues Reuters. In Paris, protesters celebrated with flags of Iran’s pre-revolutionary monarchy, champagne, and red roses.

Key Takeaways

• A book fair and photo exhibition in Paris demonstrated solidarity with the Iranian uprising and condemned human rights abuses.
• Organizers called for the immediate release of political prisoners facing danger due to the ongoing conflict.
• The event highlighted the Iranian people’s demand for a free and democratic republic.
• Global protests continue to express support for the Iranian movement for change.