Politics & Government

Iranian Revolution Officially Establishes Islamic Republic

A referendum resulted in a 99% approval for Iran to become an Islamic Republic, leading to the formal dismissal of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi’s regime. The vote demonstrated overwhelming support for the revolutionary leaders, particularly Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, who had emerged as a central figure in the opposition. This swift transition exemplified the public's desire for change and indicated a clear rejection of Western influence in governance and the monarchy.

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