Revolution of 1978

The Revolution of 1978 in Iran was a pivotal political upheaval that led to the overthrow of the Shah, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, and the establishment of the Islamic Republic. Faced with widespread dissatisfaction over authoritarian rule, economic issues, and social injustices, a broad coalition of students, religious leaders, and ordinary citizens united against the Shah. After months of protests and unrest, the Shah fled Iran in 1979, and Ayatollah Khomeini returned from exile to lead the new government. This revolution transformed Iran from a monarchy into an Islamic republic, deeply influencing its political and social landscape.