Iran Embassy Urges Expats To 'Sacrifice Their Lives', UK Reacts Strongly
A message linked to Iran's embassy in the UK urging expatriates to "sacrifice their lives" has triggered outrage, with British authorities raising security concerns and summoning envoy Seyed Ali Mousavi over the controversial campaign.
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Nikhil Pandey
World News
Apr 29, 2026 09:44 am IST
The Iranian embassy in the United Kingdom is facing sharp criticism after reports said it urged Iranians living in the UK to "sacrifice their lives" for the country in a social media message. The post, which was widely circulated online, has raised concerns among British officials and observers, with many calling the language inappropriate and alarming.
According to a report by The Independent, the embassy shared a message on its official Telegram channel promoting a campaign called "Jan Fada", which translates to "devotion" or "sacrificing one's life". The message appeared to encourage expatriates to stand up for Iran and even become "martyrs" if needed.
The Evening Standard reported that the full message on Telegram reads: "All brave and distinguished children of Iran are invited to participate consciously and register in this campaign, adding another golden page to the book of honours of this ancient land and demonstrating that their hearts are bound to the dignity and greatness of their homeland."
"Let us all, one and all, give our lives in battle. Rather than surrender our country to the enemy."
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