Imam Khomeini hailed US embassy takeover by students as "second revolution"

Founder of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Khomeini hailed the move by the students, describing the embassy takeover as the "second revolution." The former US diplomatic compound in Tehran has long been regarded as a clear indication of how deep America's intelligence operations run in other countries.

Iran unveils new murals on walls of former US embassy in Tehran

Iran has unveiled new murals on the walls of the former US embassy in Tehran -- dubbed the "Den of Spies" -- ahead of the 40th anniversary of the compound's takeover.

Reasons behind 'Den of Espionage'’s takeover in 1979?

US embassy in Iran was a CIA station, Iranian students had every right to take it over

The 13th day of the Iranian calendar month of Aban, which falls on November 3, is known as the Student Day in Iran, marking the National Day of Fight against Global Arrogance.

Imam Khomeini foiled US-designated plots, denounced Capitulation

In October 1964, the Shah signed the bill which came to be known as the ‘Bill of Capitulation’. The bill intended to give immunity to foreigners especially the US authorities inside Iran.

Imam, a figure who had a great soul and he had a deep understanding

Tashreegh newspaper, printed in Syria Tashreegh, newspaper

Ayatollah Sistani urges security forces, protesters to avoid violence

Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, the top Shia cleric of Iraq, has urged security forces and protesters to avoid violence, expressing sorrow over some sporadic unrest that has led to several casualties.

Justice rose up against cruelty in Muharram

The founder of the Islamic Republic said that the holy months of Muharram and Safar play a great role in reviving the genuine teachings of Islam.