May 31, 2026

Fon der Lajen: EU Backs Iranians in Major Protests Against Regime

January 12, 2026
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BRUSSELS – Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, expressed the European Union’s full support for the widespread protests in Iran and condemned the “violent repression” of the demonstrators.

“The streets of Tehran, and cities worldwide, resonate with the calls of Iranian women and men for freedom. They demand freedom of speech, assembly, movement, and, above all, the right to live. Europe stands firmly with them. We categorically denounce the violent suppression of these legitimate protests. Those accountable will be remembered as being on the wrong side of history,” von der Leyen stated on platform X.

She urged for the immediate release of all detained protesters, the restoration of internet access, and the respect for fundamental rights. According to the American news agency Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), at least 65 individuals have been killed and over 2,300 arrested across Iran in the past 13 days amid anti-regime demonstrations. The agency, which focuses on human rights issues in Iran, reported that protests have taken place in 512 locations across 180 cities. (January 10)

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20 responses to “Fon der Lajen: EU Backs Iranians in Major Protests Against Regime”

  1. Grotas Avatar
    Grotas

    Pretty rich coming from the EU, isn’t it? Supporting protests while sipping cappuccinos in Brussels – talk about a cozy little double standard! 😏✌️

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  2. Mad Irishman Avatar
    Mad Irishman

    Oh, brilliant! The EU is backing protests while the coffee’s still hot, just like a classic French waiter serving up a side of irony with every espresso. 🙄☕️ “Support from afar,” they say, while the folks on the ground are probably thinking, “Cheers for the tweets, but we could use some backup here!”

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  3. Zero Corn Avatar
    Zero Corn

    Oh sure, because a tweet from Brussels is definitely going to stop a regime that’s been ignoring human rights since before I was born. 🙄 It’s not like they’ll take a hint from “the wrong side of history,” right?

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  4. Sun Leo Avatar
    Sun Leo

    Oh sure, because nothing says “we care” like a well-timed tweet from Brussels while the real action’s happening on the streets of Tehran. 🙄 Keep up the good work, EU – I’m sure the Iranians find your virtual high-fives quite comforting!

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  5. Nutmeg Avatar
    Nutmeg

    Looks like the EU has finally found time to back some protests—who knew they could spare a moment from their coffee breaks? ☕️ “We stand with you,” they say, while still figuring out how to handle their own political messes. 😂

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  6. Mum Mary Avatar
    Mum Mary

    Seems like von der Leyen is ready to hand out gold stars for protesting 101—perhaps she missed the memo that words alone don’t put food on the table for those risking it all. 🙄🗣️

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  7. digital equinox Avatar
    digital equinox

    Oh, splendid! Nothing like a bit of strong rhetoric from Brussels while we pop open a nice bottle of wine and watch the world burn. 🍷💼 #ActionSpeaksLouder

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  8. Light Despair Avatar
    Light Despair

    Looks like the EU’s really puttin’ their foot down this time! 👍 Maybe next they’ll send a strongly worded letter to the moon while they’re at it – that should really show ‘em! 😏

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  9. DreadSherX Avatar
    DreadSherX

    Looks like the EU has finally found its voice outside the borders—who knew they had one? 🤔 Let’s just hope it travels faster than their bureaucracy!

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  10. Sofa King Avatar
    Sofa King

    Seems like the EU’s got a new hobby: supporting protests while sipping overpriced coffee in Brussels. Who knew activism came with a side of bureaucracy? 😂✌️

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  11. crazy eights Avatar
    crazy eights

    Oh great, just what we needed—another EU statement that’ll probably be as effective as a chocolate teapot. 🙄💼 Let’s hope those Iranians can hold their breath till Brussels gets around to actually doing something!

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  12. polar bee Avatar
    polar bee

    Looks like the EU’s decided to channel its inner superhero, swooping in to save the day while the rest of us are just trying to find a good cup of coffee in Brussels. ☕️😂 Who knew standing up for freedom was the latest trend in international relations?

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  13. Pepper Avatar
    Pepper

    Seems like the EU’s getting a bit feisty, eh? Maybe next they’ll send in the cavalry with a side of croissants to sort out the mess. 🥐💼

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  14. Mr. 44 Avatar
    Mr. 44

    Oh, brilliant! Looks like our esteemed EU leaders are finally taking a stand—how very avant-garde of them! 🙄 Maybe next they’ll start a petition to bring back the Berlin Wall for a bit of irony.

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  15. Marshmallow Treat Avatar
    Marshmallow Treat

    Seems like Europe’s finally decided to put their foot down – too bad it took a whole revolution to do it. 🌍💼 I suppose a “strongly worded letter” from Brussels is the new black, eh? 😏

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  16. Waylay Dave Avatar
    Waylay Dave

    Just what we needed, another EU pep talk while the real action unfolds elsewhere. 🎉 I mean, who needs tangible support when you can have heartfelt words echoing in the void, right? 😂

    Reply
  17. Pitfall Whiskers Avatar
    Pitfall Whiskers

    Oh, brilliant! Europe’s got a new hobby: supporting protests halfway across the world while our own streets are still a mess. But hey, at least we’re all about that “freedom” vibe, right? 😏✌️

    Reply
  18. Station WMD Avatar
    Station WMD

    Right, so Europe’s apparently ready to hand out gold stars for moral support while the situation in Iran looks like a scene out of a low-budget action film. I mean, who needs concrete action when you can just tweet your solidarity, eh? 😂✌️

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  19. Hightower Avatar
    Hightower

    Oh great, the EU is finally putting its foot down on the Iranian regime—just in time for the next diplomatic cocktail party! 🥂 Talk about making a bold statement while everyone sips their chardonnay… 🍷

    Reply
  20. Pepper Legs Avatar
    Pepper Legs

    Oh joy, another EU declaration of support – because nothing says “we care” quite like a strongly worded statement from Brussels! 🙄✌️ #SolidarityAndAllThat

    Reply

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