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Christian Ex-Iranians in Sweden Express Hope for Iran's Future After Attacks

Key Points
  • Christian ex-Iranians in Sweden expressed hope for Iran's future following US and Israel attacks on the country.
  • Pastor Hossein Bahrami reportedly stated "We pray that God will protect ordinary people in Iran."
  • A demonstration supporting the Iranian people took place in Gothenburg, organized by Opposition Swedish-Iranian group.

Christian ex-Iranians living in Sweden have reportedly expressed hope for a brighter future for Iran's population following recent attacks on the country by the United States and Israel. " Bahrami, along with Anahita Parsan and Soheila Fors, were said to be hoping for liberation for Iran's people. Separately, Swedish public broadcaster SVT Väst reported that a demonstration in support of the Iranian people took place at Götaplatsen in Gothenburg on February 28, 2026.

The demonstration, organized by "Opposition Swedish-Iranian," reportedly featured speakers including Member of Parliament Arin Karapet (M) and attracted participants who expressed both sadness about potential conflict and hope for political change in Iran. While war alarms typically bring fear and anxiety, sources indicate that among some Christian ex-Iranian communities in Sweden, the attacks have sparked hopes for a more democratic and secular future for Iran.

We pray that God will protect ordinary people in Iran.

Hossein Bahrami, pastor

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