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Away from the regime, Iranian Australians still carry a deep sorrow

ABC Australia · Jun 28, 2026, 6:53 PM

Key takeaways

  • Sara has been accused of being a "traitor" because her lack of support for an Iranian monarchy is perceived as support for the regime.
  • The Melbourne-based data analyst is one of many Iranian Australians grappling with mistrust, harassment and isolation among a diaspora deeply traumatised by an oppressive regime.
  • "I mostly felt the loneliness from my community during the past few months," said Sara, who requested to use a pseudonym to protect her privacy.

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Sara has been accused of being a "traitor" because her lack of support for an Iranian monarchy is perceived as support for the regime. (ABC News: Gillian Aeria)

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The Melbourne-based data analyst is one of many Iranian Australians grappling with mistrust, harassment and isolation among a diaspora deeply traumatised by an oppressive regime.

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