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'They are brainwashed': Iranian diaspora clash over Middle East war | The View From

As the war between Iran, the US, and Israel escalates, another battle is playing out on the streets of London where the Iranian diaspora is divided over the future of their homeland. Some condemn the strikes on Iran as imperial overreach; others see them as a chance to end decades of authoritarian and theocratic rule. Over the last two weeks, The Guardian has filmed with protestors from both communities, capturing their anger and their hopes as Iran’s fate hangs in the balance.

Kyri Evangelou and Frances Rankin and Jem Talbot and Katie Arnold, Source: The GuardianFri 20 Mar 2026 10.15 CET

Last modified on Fri 20 Mar 2026 10.17 CET

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