Iran: Statements of support on relocation of PMOI from Camp Liberty in Iraq and a major political victory for the People's Mojahedin of Iran

Successful resettlement of Camp Liberty, a vital step

By Merinews 

On Friday September 9, the last 280 members of the exiled Iranian opposition group, the People's MojahedinOrganization of Iran (PMOI or MeK) in Camp Liberty, left Iraq safely for Europe.

14 years of heroic resistance and countless international efforts by thousands of political dignitaries and parliamentarians all over the globe, for security and protection of the residents of Camp Liberty resulted in a victorious resettlement that enjoyed international congratulations.

sCamp Liberty hosted approximately 3,000 Iranian political refugees who are the symbol of hope and courage to young people in Iran.

The fundamentalist regime, ruling in Iran provided extensive financial and military support for the terrorist groups in Iraq to annihilate its alternative resulting in 5 missile attacks against the innocent residents of the camp. Such assaults left 141 dead, over 1000 wounded. In addition to terrorist attacks the residents suffered inhumane siege over the camp by banding fuel, food, medical aids and essential protective equipment such as T-walls inside in to the camp.

The resettlement of the camp received joyful welcomes from dignitaries, US congressional leaders, UN secretary general, and lawmakers of European countries, they shared the happiness of the Iranian people and the resistance in blockading the Mullah regime's plans against the lives of residents and congratulated Mrs Maryam Rajavi, the president elect of Iranian resistance for the safe relocation of the residents. 

US Senator John McCain (R-AZ) said: "I continue to stand with the people of Iran and the Iranian-American community who yearn for a free Iran. The safe resettlement of these Iranian dissidents is a vital step in countering the Iranian regime's malign influence in the region.

Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen wrote in her tweet, "Glad to hear the good news that all MEK residents from Camp Liberty have been transferred safely to out of Iraq and away from Iranian threats."

Explanation

After the news of the successful relocation of members of the main Iranian opposition group People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI or MEK) from Camp Liberty in Iraq to Albania, many prominent political personalities, lawmakers and Parliamentary groups from around the world have issued statements and messages of support.