Talking with the Iranian Opposition: From Shared History to a Tense Present — and a Vision for the Future
Wed, Jul 02
|virtual event
A Unique Dialogue: Iranian Opposition Meets Diverse Israeli Voices Join us for an inside look at the Iranian people and a shared search for hope and a different future in the region. Led by Tom Wegner. Hosted by the Westchester and Brooklyn Shlichut, in partnership with the Middle East Center.
Time & Location
Jul 02, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
virtual event
About the event
Just days ago, Israel was in the midst of a tense war with the Iranian regime. Now that the dust has begun to settle, it's time to look beyond the immediate conflict and listen to the voices of the Iranian people. This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from Iranian opposition leaders about recent developments—and to explore how we can work together to strengthen moderate forces across the Middle East.
Led by Tom Wegner, a senior strategic advisor, author, and Israeli peace activist, the head of the Middle East Center, a unique platform that promotes dialogue between Israelis and moderate groups from across the Middle East.
Together, we’ll explore pressing questions such as:
How is the Iranian public resisting the regime today?
How is Israel perceived by Iranians beyond the government narrative?
Is there a conversation within the Iranian opposition about peace with Israel or normalization with the West?