Why it matters:
The day commemorates three defining moments in Iran’s modern history — the exile of Imam Khomeini, the killing of protesting students under the Pahlavi regime, and the 1979 takeover of the US embassy in Tehran, known as the “Den of Espionage.”
The big picture:
From early morning, processions in Tehran moved toward Palestine Square and the former US embassy compound.
The atmosphere was filled with revolutionary chants denouncing arrogance and foreign interference, echoing themes of resistance and independence.
The annual rally has long symbolized Iran’s defiance against Western domination and its commitment to revolutionary ideals.
Key points:
November 4, 1964: Imam Khomeini was exiled to Turkey after condemning US influence over Iran.
November 4, 1978: Dozens of students were martyred by the Pahlavi regime during protests against tyranny — later declared National Student Day.
November 4, 1979: Iranian students took over the US embassy in Tehran, uncovering extensive evidence of American espionage and interference.
Go deeper:
Every year, millions across the country commemorate the 13th of Aban with slogans emphasizing independence, dignity, and vigilance against arrogance.
Mojtaba Darabi - seyed mohammad kazemi
