Opposition divided: battle among Iranian regime’s opponents plays out on London streets
Tensions among Iranian opposition groups have escalated in London, particularly between supporters of Reza Pahlavi and those advocating for a democratic secular Iran. Drill rapper Tony Mohraz, known as 021kid, has become a controversial figure for his provocative music that incites violence against rival factions. The situation has raised concerns for British police and the Iranian diaspora, prompting investigations into threatening behavior linked to Mohraz's videos.
- ▪Tony Mohraz, also known as 021kid, is an advocate for the return of the Pahlavi dynasty in Iran.
- ▪His music videos have sparked tensions between different factions of the Iranian opposition in London.
- ▪The Metropolitan police are currently investigating reports of threatening behavior related to Mohraz's songs.
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The drill rapper Tony Mohraz, also known as 021kid, is an advocate for the return to the Iranian throne of the Pahlavi dynasty. Photograph: 021kid / InstagramThe drill rapper Tony Mohraz, also known as 021kid, is an advocate for the return to the Iranian throne of the Pahlavi dynasty. Photograph: 021kid / InstagramIranOpposition divided: battle among Iranian regime’s opponents plays out on London streets Supporters of Reza Pahlavi, exiled son of the late shah, are clashing with those who oppose a return of monarchyDaniel Boffey Chief reporterMon 25 May 2026 04.00 EDTLast modified on Mon 25 May 2026 04.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleWearing a bucket hat, a blue Adidas hoodie and khaki shorts, Tony Mohraz, also known as 021kid, chest-bumps a friend in front of a memorial wall in…
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