THE PRICE
OF TYRANNY
LIVES EXTINGUISHED
A comprehensive accounting of destruction wrought by the Islamic Republic across Iran and the world.
This Regime Hurts YOU Too
The Islamic Republic isn't just Iran's problem. Americans have lost lives, paid with tax dollars, and missed economic opportunities. This is a global threat that affects your wallet and your security.
AMERICANS KILLED BY IRAN
Documented attacks by regime and proxies
AMERICAN LIVES LOST
US servicemembers killed by Iran-backed militias and proxies since 1983. Includes 241 Marines in Beirut (1983), 19 at Khobar Towers (1996), and 600+ in Iraq.
OPERATIONS SINCE OCT 2023
US military spending on Middle East operations and Israeli military aid in 2 years. Two carrier strike groups, 1,000+ airstrikes against Houthis and Iran.
ATTACKS ON US FORCES
Iranian proxy attacks on US troops in Iraq, Syria, and Jordan since October 2023. Resulted in 3 killed and 180+ wounded Americans.
RED SEA SHIPPING CRISIS
Annual global trade disruption from Houthi attacks. Higher shipping costs, rerouted vessels, increased insurance premiums worldwide.
COUNTER-IRAN SPENDING
US appropriations for counter-ISIS training programs in Iraq since 2014, necessitated by Iran-backed instability in the region.
LOST TRADE OPPORTUNITY
Estimated US exports lost due to Iran sanctions (1995-2012). Could have created 279,000 American jobs annually.
A Free Iran = Opportunity for America
Iran needs $1.8-2.4 TRILLION in investment to rebuild. This could mean $25 billion in annual US exports and 200,000 American jobs. Before 1979, 50,000 Americans worked in Iran and the US was its largest trade partner.
The Shah Saved America's
Largest Defense Contractor
In 1974, when Grumman Corporation faced bankruptcy, Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi—a true ally of the United States—stepped in and saved the company. Today, we ask America to remember this visionary investment and alliance.
$75 Million Emergency Loan
When Congress blocked F-14 financing, Bank Melli Iran loaned Grumman $75 million—worth hundreds of millions in today's dollars—saving the company from bankruptcy.
80 F-14 Tomcat Orders
The Shah ordered 80 F-14 Tomcats for $2 billion—the largest foreign military sale in U.S. history at the time—worth tens of billions in today's money.
Saved the F-14 Program
The Shah's order didn't just save Grumman—it saved the entire F-14 program for the U.S. Navy, ensuring American air superiority for decades.
The B-2 Spirit: Built by the Company Shah of Iran Saved
Grumman merged with Northrop in 1994 to form Northrop Grumman—now America's largest defense contractor. President Donald J. Trump has spoken proudly of their B-2 Spirit stealth bombers.
The same bombers that eliminated the Islamic Republic's nuclear threat were built by the company the Shah of Iran saved in 1974.
The Shah's visionary investment in American defense technology came full circle—protecting both nations from the regime that overthrew him.
The Iranian People ≠ The Islamic Regime
When you hear "Iran," remember this:
- The Iranian people never wanted nuclear weapons—the Islamic Republic did.
- The Iranian people have been massacred by this regime—50,000+ killed in recent protests.
- The Iranian people want freedom, democracy, and friendship with America.
- When B-2s struck the regime's nuclear sites, they struck the regime—not the Iranian people.
We are not your enemy. The Islamic Republic is.
Remember the Shah's Visionary Investment and Alliance
In 1974, Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi saved America's largest military contractor from bankruptcy. His visionary investment ensured American air superiority for generations. All we ask in return:
- 1Recognize Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi as the legitimate leader of Iran
- 2Recognize his government-in-exile as the legitimate government of the Iranian people
- 3Help eliminate the IRGC and Islamic Republic—our common enemy
- 4Let the Iranian people take back their country and institutions
- 5Help bring Prince Reza Pahlavi back to Iran
The company the Shah saved built the tools to free us. Now we ask America to use them.
#JavidShah #FreeIran #R2PforIran #IranRevolution
Sources: Aviation Week, U.S. Naval Institute, Northrop Grumman Corporate History
The Body Count
Killed via Proxies
Syria, Yemen, Iraq, Lebanon, Israel, Gaza
Killed Internally
Executions, protests, prison deaths
International Terror Victims
Assassinations, bombings, hostage-taking
Refugees Created
Syrian, Yemeni, and other displaced persons
* Figures compiled from UN reports, ACLED, Amnesty International, Iran Human Rights
Deaths by Iranian Proxies
The Islamic Republic kills through proxy groups across the Middle East and beyond, denying direct responsibility while funding and directing operations.
IRGC, Hezbollah, Iraqi Shia militias, Afghan Fatemiyoun
Houthi rebels (Ansar Allah)
Kata'ib Hezbollah, Asa'ib Ahl al-Haq, Badr Organization
Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, Hezbollah
Hezbollah operations and civil conflicts
1983 Beirut bombings, Iraq operations, hostage incidents
AMIA bombing (1994), Israeli Embassy bombing (1992)
Killing Its Own People
The Islamic Republic has killed over 100,000 of its own citizens since 1979 through executions, protest crackdowns, and systematic torture.
Political Executions
- Includes 1988 prison massacres (2,800-30,000 political prisoners)
- Ongoing executions average 250+ per year
- Drug offense executions used to target minorities
- LGBTQ+ executions: 4,000-5,000+ since 1979
Protest Killings
- 2025-2026 National Revolution: 50,000+ killed
- 2019 November Protests: 1,500+ killed
- 2022-2023 WLF/MCP Movement: 500+ killed
- 2009 Green Movement: 150+ killed
Minority Persecution
- Kurdish political prisoners and armed conflict
- Baluchi extrajudicial executions
- Baha'i persecution and property seizure
- Arab minority suppression in Khuzestan
Prison Deaths & Torture
- Deaths under torture in IRGC detention
- Medical neglect leading to death
- Suicides after torture and rape
- Evin Prison and other notorious facilities
The Price of Destruction
The economic cost of the Islamic Republic to Iran and the world runs into trillions - money that could have funded healthcare, education, and prosperity.
Iran Sanctions Impact
Lost GDP, frozen assets, trade restrictions since 1979
US Middle East Operations
Iraq/Afghanistan wars driven by Iran threat and proxies
Syrian War Destruction
Infrastructure, economy destroyed by IRGC-backed Assad regime
Yemen War Damage
Houthi destruction of infrastructure, economy, and development
Oil Market Disruption
Risk premium, shipping attacks, Strait of Hormuz threats
International Terrorism Costs
Security spending, insurance, compensation, lost business
Iran Brain Drain
Skilled professionals fleeing to West, lost human capital
Nuclear Program
Global diplomatic costs, inspections, negotiations, facilities
Documentation Sources
All statistics and information presented are compiled from credible international sources. Click through to verify any claims.
International Organizations
Human Rights Organizations
Conflict Data & Research
Government Sources
Academic & Research Institutions
METHODOLOGY NOTE
Statistics presented represent ranges of credible estimates from multiple sources. Where sources diverge, both conservative and higher estimates are provided. Figures are regularly updated to reflect new reporting. For specific methodology details on any statistic, please consult the primary source.
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