Iran won’t initiate war, but will ‘decisively’ defend itself against aggression: UN envoy

The Iranian ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations has stressed that the Islamic Republic will not initiate any war but will deliver a “decisive” response to an act of aggression against the country.

Iran receives worldwide congratulations on 47th anniversary of victory of Islamic Revolution

Congratulations have poured in from around the world on the 47th anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution of Iran, with international leaders and senior officials sending messages of goodwill to the Leader, president, and people to mark the national occasion.

Islamic Revolution anniv. rallies to span 1,400 cities, draw 7,700 media personnel: Official

Rallies marking the 47th anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution will be held in more than 1,400 cities nationwide, with some 7,700 domestic and foreign journalists set to cover the events, an official said.

Imam Khomeini returned triumphantly after US-backed Shah fled Iran

Only two weeks after the Shah fled Iran on January 16, 1979, Imam Khomeini returned to Iran triumphantly, on February 1, 1979, invited by the anti-Shah revolution which was already in progress.

Any harm to Ayatollah Khamenei a declaration of war on Shias worldwide: Lebanese cleric

Vice chairman of the Lebanon's Supreme Islamic Shia Council has warned that any harm to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei would be considered a declaration of war against Shias worldwide.

Shah's escape marked turning point in revolution victory under Imam Khomeini's wise leadership

The Shah fled the country on 26 Day (Janurary 16, 1979), two days after calling to meeting the Council of Monarchy and obtaining vote of confidence for Bakhtiar’s cabinet.

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Imam Khomeini successfully monitored and managed Islamic Revolution during years in exile

Pundits and observers maintain that Imam Khomeini successfully managed and monitored the Islamic years during years of exile and despite tough conditions and circumstances.