Iranians in LA React to Strikes on Iran

The Iranian diaspora in Los Angeles has mixed feelings about the Trump administration's attacks.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Iranian diaspora in Los Angeles has had a range of reactions to the recent U.S. strikes against Iran, with some celebrating the actions while others express more mixed feelings. The community reflects the diversity of perspectives among Iranians both in the U.S. and in Iran itself.

Why it matters

The Iranian-American community in Los Angeles is one of the largest outside of Iran, giving insight into how geopolitical events are being perceived by those with personal and cultural ties to the country. The mixed reactions highlight the complex and nuanced views within the diaspora on the U.S. government's approach toward Iran.

The details

Some Iranian-Americans in Los Angeles have praised the Trump administration's strikes, seeing them as a necessary response to Iranian aggression. Others have expressed concerns about the potential for further escalation and the impact on family members still living in Iran.

  • The U.S. conducted strikes against Iran on March 1, 2026.

The players

Iranian diaspora in Los Angeles

The community of Iranian immigrants and their descendants living in the Los Angeles area, one of the largest Iranian populations outside of Iran.

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What they’re saying

“We must stand up to the Iranian regime's aggression. These strikes were a necessary and overdue action.”

— Reza Mansouri, Iranian-American business owner (NPR)

“I worry this will only lead to more violence and suffering for the Iranian people. We need diplomacy, not more military action.”

— Leila Farhadpour, Iranian-American activist (NPR)

The takeaway

The reactions from the Iranian-American community in Los Angeles reflect the complex and diverse perspectives within the diaspora on U.S. policy toward Iran, underscoring the need for nuanced understanding of these geopolitical issues.