Sunday, February 1, 2009

Iran Celebrates 30th Anniversary Of Islamic Revolution

Ayatollah Khomeini gained "international stature" during his time in France
(Photo from The BBC)


Iranians Mark Islamic Revolution -- BBC News

Iran has begun 10 days of celebrations to mark the 30th anniversary of the Islamic revolution that overthrew the US-backed former ruler, the Shah.

Speaking in the capital, Tehran, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said the revolution was "lively and alive".

Most Iranians are still proud of the independence from foreign domination they won in 1979, the BBC's Jon Leyne in Tehran says.

But he says many in Iran would like more democracy and personal freedoms.

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30 Years Of The Islamic Revolution

Recalling the Ayatollah's return -- BBC News
Iran marks 30th anniversary of revolution -- MSNBC
Iran Marks Regime's 30th Anniversary -- Associated Press
Iran: euphoria makes way for disenchantment -- Radio Netherlands
Grandchildren of the revolution -- Financial Times
The Iranian Revolution at 30 -- Washington Times opinion

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