Pahlavi targeted with paint in Berlin protest

A pro-Iran activist doused exiled Prince Reza Pahlavi with ketchup in Berlin over his support for US-Israeli actions against Iran.

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Berlin, Germany

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Thursday, 23 April 2026 at 10:50 UTC

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Synthesis · 7 sources

A pro-Iran activist targeted exiled Prince Reza Pahlavi by throwing ketchup on him during a public appearance in Berlin, Germany. The protester's action was a direct response to Pahlavi's vocal support for US and Israeli policies and attacks targeting Iran. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding the exiled opposition figure and the Iranian diaspora. Pahlavi has recently made defiant statements about continuing his fight against the Iranian regime and declared himself a friend to Israel.

Updates · 6

5d agoMiddle East Spectator — MES

The incident occurred at a rally in Belgium, not Berlin, and the substance was specifically described as 'Sos-e Khersi' (Bear Ketchup).

5d ago@Osint613

New incident in Berlin with orange paint, following earlier paint attack in Belgium.

5d ago@MonitorX99800

New video and details confirm the substance used was ketchup, and the protester's motive was explicitly linked to Pahlavi's support for US-Israeli attacks on Iran.

5d ago@Worldsource24

New visual media confirms the substance used was paint, as shown in the attached image from the incident.

5d ago@visegrad24

New details: the substance thrown was tomato sauce, not paint as previously reported.

5d agoMonitorX

Video of the incident is now available, confirming the substance used was ketchup.

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