WASHINGTON, D.C., January 14, 2026 – In a notable development amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East, US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) held a meeting with Reza Pahlavi, the exiled Crown Prince of Iran, where he expressed optimism about potential change in Iran. The encounter, captured in a video shared on social media, featured Graham assuring Pahlavi that “help is on the way” for the Iranian people.
The video, posted by the BRICS News account on X (formerly Twitter), shows the two men seated on a yellow patterned couch in what appears to be a formal office setting, adorned with framed documents and photographs. Prominently displayed on the table in front of them are two black baseball caps emblazoned with the slogan “Make Iran Great Again,” a clear nod to the “Make America Great Again” mantra popularized by former President Donald Trump.
In the footage, Graham addresses Pahlavi directly, praising his passion and articulation in advocating for the Iranian people. “I have followed you, your passion, the way that you articulate and hope for people,” Graham says. He emphasizes that the future leadership of Iran should be decided by its citizens, adding, “It will be up to the people in Iran to pick their next leader, and I can’t wait until they get a chance to do it.”
Graham further commends Pahlavi for rising to the occasion, describing him as providing a “compelling narrative for long-suffering people of Iran.” He concludes with a hopeful message: “And I believe with all my heart that help is on the way.”
Reza Pahlavi, the son of the late Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi who was overthrown in the 1979 Islamic Revolution, has long been a vocal critic of the current Iranian regime from his exile in the United States. He advocates for a secular, democratic Iran and has garnered support from various international figures opposed to the Islamic Republic.
The meeting comes at a time of heightened geopolitical focus on Iran, with discussions around sanctions, nuclear ambitions, and regional influence. Graham, a staunch supporter of Israel and a hawk on foreign policy, has previously called for stronger US actions against Iran.
The video has sparked a range of reactions online, with over 1,400 likes and nearly 200 replies on the original post. Some commenters criticized the pair, while others expressed support for potential regime change.
Neither Graham’s office nor Pahlavi has issued an official statement on the meeting as of this reporting. This development could signal renewed US interest in supporting opposition figures in Iran under the current administration.
Life News Agency will continue to monitor this story for further updates.
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