Two Iranian Brothers Leave Country After Joining Protests
Karvan, 22, and Kavian, 20, departed Iran on May 13 after participating in anti-government demonstrations. The brothers, members of the Kurdish minority, had been in hiding for months.
jpost.comKarvan, 22, and his brother Kavian, 20, both from Iran's Kurdish minority, left the country on May 13 after taking part in two rounds of anti-government protests. The brothers stated they participated in the 2023 "Woman, Life, Freedom" demonstrations that followed the death of Mahsa Amini in police custody, as well as protests held in January of this year.
" The brothers reported facing possible imprisonment or execution due to their involvement.
They had already abandoned their university studies, family, and friends before departing. "We have nothing left to lose," the brothers said.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
3 events- 2023
Brothers joined Woman, Life, Freedom demonstrations after Mahsa Amini's death.
1 source@CBSNews - January 2026
Brothers participated in additional protests in Iran.
1 source@CBSNews - May 13, 2026
Karvan and Kavian left Iran after months in hiding.
1 source@CBSNews
Potential Impact
- 01
The brothers will seek new educational or employment opportunities outside Iran.
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