Iranian embassies recruit fighters for 'sacrifice' campaign in UK, Germany, Australia, Sri Lanka
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Updated · The Jerusalem Post · Apr 28
Iranian embassies recruit fighters for 'sacrifice' campaign in UK, Germany, Australia, Sri Lanka
8 articles · Updated · The Jerusalem Post · Apr 28
The Iranian embassies used official channels, including Telegram and embassy websites, to call on expatriates to join the Jan Fada campaign, prompting investigations in Australia and diplomatic backlash in the UK.
The campaign, framed as defending Iran's territorial integrity, is criticized by Israel as diplomatic cover for terror and may breach national security laws in host countries. UK officials summoned Iran's ambassador over inflammatory posts.
Experts warn the campaign risks undermining social cohesion and increasing suspicion toward law-abiding Iranians abroad, as Iran grows bolder in recruitment following perceived victories in the ongoing conflict with the US and Israel.
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