Reza Pahlavi Ready to Return to Iran Amid Protests, Vows Democratic Transition

• Reza Pahlavi, son of Iran's ousted shah, declared his readiness to return to Iran and lead a democratic transition.
• Speaking on Fox News, Pahlavi stated his role would be to oversee a transparent process for Iranians to elect leaders freely.
• He urged protesters to remain on the streets, claiming demonstrations have weakened Khamenei's regime and security forces are struggling.
• Pahlavi accused Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei of viewing Iranians as enemies and relying on 'violent mercenaries'.
• US President Donald Trump has been briefed on military options for Iran, including targeted strikes, as protests continue.

Why It Matters: Reza Pahlavi pledges return to Iran to guide democratic transition as anti-government protests intensify.