Iran marks Islamic Republic Day, celebrates 46th anniversary of end to US-backed Pahlavi regime

Iran marks Islamic Republic Day, celebrates 46th anniversary of end to US-backed Pahlavi regime

The Islamic Revolution, led by the late Imam Khomeini, culminated in the overthrow of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi and put an end to 2,500 years of monarchical rule in Iran.

Tuesday, April 01, 2025 11:28

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Islamic Republic Day: Iran celebrates 45th anniversary  of end to US-backed Pahlavi monarchy

Islamic Republic Day: Iran celebrates 45th anniversary of end to US-backed Pahlavi monarchy

The late founder of the Islamic Republic Imam Khomeini ordered authorities to hold a referendum allowing the nation to take its future into its own hands.

Sunday, March 31, 2024 03:23

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Islamic Republic Day: Iran celebrates 44th anniversary of end to US-backed Pahlavi monarchy

Islamic Republic Day: Iran celebrates 44th anniversary of end to US-backed Pahlavi monarchy

In a landmark two-day referendum held on March 30-31, 1979, more than 98.2 percent of eligible Iranians voted “yes” for the establishment of an Islamic Republic in the country.

Saturday, April 01, 2023 12:12

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Iran commemorates the 42nd anniversary of historic referendum

Iran commemorates the 42nd anniversary of historic referendum

Iran commemorates the 42nd anniversary of the establishment of the Islamic Republic on the back of a historic referendum, in which Iranians voted overwhelmingly in favor of departure from monarchical rule weeks after the collapse of the US-backed Pahlavi regime.

Thursday, April 01, 2021 10:31

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