Summary
Iranian activists living in the U.S. express concerns about their safety due to rising tensions involving Iran. These individuals feel threats both in the U.S. and from the Iranian government. The situation has worsened since the U.S. became involved in a conflict with Iran.
Key Facts
- Roozbeh Farahanipour, an Iranian activist in the U.S., left Iran after facing a death sentence.
- Farahanipour continues to feel unsafe due to incidents he believes are linked to his activism.
- The U.S. joined Israel in a war against Iran on February 28.
- Iranian dissidents in the U.S. fear for their safety amid these increased tensions.
- The U.S. has previously deported Iranian individuals, raising fears among Iranian refugees and asylum seekers.
- Iranian Americans form the largest Iranian diaspora, with over 413,000 people, potentially affecting U.S. sentiments towards them.
- Scholar Negar Razavi reports an atmosphere of "dual fear" among Iranian dissidents, who feel unsafe both in the U.S. and Iran.
