Target of paint attack: Pahlavi takes the stage behind bulletproof glass
Following a paint attack in Berlin that led to increased security measures, Reza Pahlavi delivered his speech at an event from behind bulletproof glass; the images sparked debate on social media.
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Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's deposed leader living in exile, delivered his speech under heavy security measures at an event he attended following a paint attack during his visit to Germany. Pahlavi's speech from behind bulletproof glass has caused a stir on social media.
PAINT ATTACK IN BERLIN
Pahlavi was targeted by an activist as he was heading to his vehicle after leaving the Federal Press Conference. The attacker threw red paint at Pahlavi. Security measures were increased following the incident.
SPEECH UNDER GLASS PROTECTION
Following the attack, Pahlavi appeared on stage the next day at a program inside a structure protected by bulletproof glass. These images from the event quickly circulated on social media.
Pahlavi's speech in a protected environment drew criticism, particularly from Iranian users. Comments such as "You are not a true representative of the Iranian people" and "What will you do when you return to Iran?" stood out.