European Protests in Support of Iran 2026: Toulouse, Berlin, London, Madrid, and Beyond

4. The Toulouse Protest: Remembering the Victims of Repression

On January 24, 2026, in southwestern France, hundreds gathered in Toulouse—a city with a significant Iranian diaspora community—to honor the estimated 20,000 victims of the Iranian regime’s bloody crackdown.

The Event:

• Protesters gathered in front of the Iranian consulate, holding flags and banners.
• A poignant moment involved a sad protester holding a large photo of a victim, with tears in their eyes.
• Participants laid flowers and candles symbolizing remembrance.
• Signs read “Justice for Iran,” “Stop Repression,” and “Freedom for Iran.”

Symbolic Actions:

• Protesters waved Iranian flags and held banners with messages demanding human rights in Iran.
• The event served as a stark reminder of the regime’s brutality and the resilience of Iranian activists.