Dr Arash Irandoost, a pro-democracy activist who advocates Regime Change in Iran, has floated the idea of starting a shortwave radio station, Radio Neda, to force regime change in the country. Writing on the Right Side News website, Dr Irandoost says:
“I have been discussing the merits of establishing shortwave radio broadcasting with media experts and those interested in over throwing the Islamic Dictatorship of Iran. The idea has received wide acceptance as a viable tool. I have decided to share it with the people of the world and ask them for their input and financial support, as they have been most generous and supportive allies of this pro-movement, absent and silent: many world leaders and international organizations.”
“Despite its vast natural resources, Iran is still a third world country. However, almost all Iranians own radios and use it regularly to get their news and entertainment. Radios are not illegal and almost all automobiles are equipped with shortwave band. Shopkeepers, housewives, taxi drivers, street vendors, and factory workers listen to the radio on a regular basis. Besides, they are very cheap thanks to China and Korea imports. A note worthy of mention here is that Khomeini successfully used the shortwave broadcast from France for almost a year to broadcast his propaganda against the Shah and prepare the people for uprising prior to revolution of 1979.”
on Aug 2nd, 2009 at 17:12
Dr Irandoost, I am so happy to read about this marvellous idea. I can’t believe no-one has done this already. Please tell us more about the project, fundraising, etc
on Aug 2nd, 2009 at 20:24
A “pro-democracy activist“?! What a joke! Obviously he wants to set up yet another anti-Iranian SW propaganda outlet. I don’t get it what his views have to do with democracy?
I had to laugh after reading how he points to example of Khomeini’s using SW. It’s not 1979 anymore. Today, politically active Iranians prefer satellite TV to SW.
on Aug 5th, 2009 at 05:46
If you had read my article more carefully, your would have noticed that there is Iran-wide media blocade, no opposition stations are broadcasting to Iran and the news reporters are ousted. At least read the article in its entirely before you jump to conclusions!