The son of the last Shah, Reza Pahlavi, said at a press conference in Paris that "I am here today to offer myself to lead my people on the path of peace and transition to democratic rule." According to him, "I am not seeking political power but to help our great nation navigate through this critical hour toward stability, freedom and justice." Pahlavi addressed the international community, adding: "Now is the time to stand with the Iranian people. Do not repeat past mistakes. The regime seeks revenge and can acquire nuclear weapons from other regimes. Destroying nuclear facilities alone will not bring peace. But the path I propose will."

