Maryam Rajavi’s New Movements in France: Growing Controversy, Declining Support, and the Debate Over the NCRI’s Legitimacy

Introduction

In April 2026, Maryam Rajavi once again took center stage in Auvers-sur-Oise, positioning herself as the leading voice of the Iranian opposition abroad. The event, organized under the banner of the National Council of Resistance of Iran, brought together a mix of international political figures, activists, and long-time supporters of the movement.

The conference focused heavily on condemning executions in Iran and promoting Rajavi’s so-called “Ten-Point Plan” for a future democratic republic. However, beyond the stage-managed speeches and carefully curated messaging, the event has reignited long-standing debates about the credibility, popularity, and internal structure of the NCRI and its core member organization, the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran.