Embassy encourages Australia-based Iranians to volunteer to help war effort
Summary
The Iranian embassy in Australia promoted a volunteer program called "Janfada" to recruit Iranians living in Australia for a paramilitary campaign in Iran. Australian authorities are investigating the matter, as such recruitment and involvement with foreign military organizations are illegal under Australian law.Key Facts
- Tehran’s embassy in Canberra posted messages to recruit Australia-based Iranians for a paramilitary campaign named "Janfada."
- The recruitment message was removed from the embassy’s website and Telegram after questions were raised.
- The Australian Federal Police (AFP) are aware of the posts and are investigating.
- Under Australian law, it is illegal to recruit people or plan to join hostile foreign military activities.
- The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is designated by Australia as a state sponsor of terrorism.
- In 2025, Australia expelled Iran’s ambassador after finding Iran directed antisemitic attacks in Australia.
- Advocacy groups and experts urge the closure of the Iranian embassy due to legal and security concerns.
- Australian law criminalizes supporting or associating with designated terrorist organizations like the IRGC.
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