By Shahriar Kia

Berlin, Germany – The streets of Berlin recently witnessed one of the most magnificent and largest gatherings of free Iranians and supporters of the Iranian Resistance. Tens of thousands of Iranians from across Europe converged on the German capital in a breathtaking show of solidarity, raising the voice of a nation that has stood against two successive dictatorships for decades. This march was far more than a protest—it was a powerful demonstration of organizational strength and national unity in the struggle to overthrow the ruling religious fascism in Iran.

“No Shah, No Sheikh”: The Manifesto of Moving Beyond Tyranny

The defining feature of this massive demonstration was the dominance of strategic slogans that clearly drew the Iranian people’s firm line against **all forms of dictatorship**. Chants such as **“Death to the Oppressor, Be It Shah or Supreme Leader”** and **“No Monarchy, No Supreme Leadership – Democracy and Equality”** reverberated through the streets of Berlin.

By emphatically chanting **“No Shah, No Mullah”** (or “No Shah, No Sheikh”), participants delivered a clear message to the international community: the Iranian freedom movement has reached full political maturity and will never return to the dark era of monarchical despotism. The rally proved that the Iranian people’s core demand is not a superficial change of rulers, but the establishment of a **democratic, secular republic** based on popular sovereignty.

Maryam Rajavi’s Call for a Democratic Revolution

Maryam Rajavi, President-elect of Iran’s National Council of Resistance (NCRI), addressed the huge crowd. She praised the resilience of the youth resistance units inside Iran and reaffirmed the legitimate right of the Iranian people to defend themselves and overthrow the regime.

Key excerpts from Mrs. Rajavi’s remarks:

– “You have gathered here to show that the Iranian people’s choice is not between bad and worse—it is between tyranny and freedom. The chant ‘No Shah, No Sheikh’ is not merely a political boundary; it is a historical necessity on the path to a free Iran.”

– She added: “The era of appeasement with a regime of executions and massacres is over. By rejecting both dictatorships, the people’s front is paving the way for a democratic, non-nuclear Iran where the death penalty is abolished and full equality between women and men is guaranteed.”

International Solidarity: From Washington to Brussels

The event featured prominent international figures who took the stage to declare their strong support for Maryam Rajavi’s **10-point plan** for Iran’s future. The presence of

Mike Pompeo, former U.S. Secretary of State, along with messages of support from senior European officials including **Charles Michel**, President of the European Council, significantly amplified the diplomatic weight of the gathering.

Mike Pompeo, former U.S. Secretary of State, delivered a powerful speech:

The Tehran regime is today at its weakest point in history. The uprisings of the Iranian people have shown that this regime has no legitimacy. The future of Iran lies neither in the hands of these mullahs nor in a return to the dictatorship of the past—it rests with you and the organized resistance fighting for freedom. The world must know that a democratic alternative to this regime exists, and the chant ‘No Shah, No Sheikh’ symbolizes the will of a nation that looks forward.

Charles Michel, President of the European Council, emphasized human rights and support for the Iranian people’s demands:

The voice of the Iranian people crying out for freedom and democracy is being heard across Europe. We cannot remain indifferent to the brutal suppression of protesters. Your struggle for human dignity and a government that respects the will of the people is supported by everyone who believes in democracy. The future of Iran must be shaped by the Iranian people themselves in a free environment.

Conclusion: Marching Toward Freedom

The Berlin rally clearly demonstrated that the Iranian Resistance is the only organized force capable of mobilizing such massive crowds. The resounding chant of **“No Shah, No Sheikh”** poured cold water on all regime-linked factions and schemes attempting to derail Iran’s democratic revolution. This historic gathering transformed Berlin into a capital of hope for millions of Iranians eagerly awaiting the day when freedom enters through the gates of Tehran.