The Iranian Embassy siege began when six members of the Democratic Revolutionary Movement for the Liberation of Iran took control of the embassy in London at about 11.30 AM, taking 26 hostages, including the embassy staff and several British citizens. The attackers, motivated by grievances against the Iranian regime, demanded the release of Iranian political prisoners, along with safe passage to another country. The immediate response from the British authorities involved surrounding the embassy with police and special forces, including the elite SAS (Special Air Service). Negotiations were initiated, and the situation quickly escalated as the hours turned into days; the assailants overloaded the embassy's communication channels with demands while ensuring that the world was captivated by ongoing media coverage.After several days of tense negotiations marked by sporadic violence, the British government opted for a bold rescue operation instead of yielding to the attackers’ demands. On May 5, 1980, the SAS stormed the embassy in an operation that lasted just under 15 minutes, resulting in the death of one hostage and the five gunmen, while all other hostages were freed. This decisive action showcased the effectiveness of Britain’s counter-terrorism strategies and marked a turning point in how the government would respond to hostage situations in the future. Overall, the siege was a significant episode not only within the context of British policing and counter-terrorism but also in the global landscape of political extremism.