Reza Shah Pahlavi : Democratic movement needs international support to succeed . He called Iranian regime a `` sinking Titanic '' that might not survive the movement . The United States and other Western countries should provide financial assistance, arms sales, diplomatic pressure on Iran, military aid, economic sanctions, political isolation of Iran, and even nuclear weapons if necessary. He praised Obama but encouraged countries to be prepared to stand up and help .
Reza Shah Pahlavi : Democratic movement needs international support to succeed . He called Iranian regime a `` sinking Titanic '' that might not survive the movement . Pahlavi cited reports security forces go home , change clothes , join protest . He praised Obama but encouraged countries to be prepared to stand up and help .