Iranian Diaspora Torn: Diplomacy or Military Action?

Fariba Pajooh, an Iranian-born doctoral candidate in the U.S., advocates against foreign military intervention in Iran. As tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, the Iranian diaspora in the U.S. is divided. Many support diplomacy over military action, fearing for the safety of their families in Iran.

Fariba Pajooh, originally from Iran and now a doctoral candidate in Detroit, speaks out against foreign military intervention in Iran, calling for internal democratic change instead. Pajooh emphasizes that democracy cannot be imposed by force, amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran involving U.S. military actions.

Members of the Iranian diaspora in the United States express mixed emotions and differing opinions about the crisis. While some, like Florida legislator Anna V Eskamani, advocate for diplomacy, others hope military intervention might trigger governmental change in Iran. The complex situation leaves many worried about their families' safety in the region.

Recent military exchanges between Israel and Iran, including U.S. interventions, have sparked fear and unrest in the Iranian community worldwide. Leaders like Sharona Nazarian of Beverly Hills assert the necessity of Israeli action, yet acknowledge any lasting change must originate within Iran itself if the lasting peace is to be achieved.

(With inputs from agencies.)