Imam defined nationalization of oil a great service to Iranian nation and non- reliance on British ...

Nationalization of the Iranian Oil Industry was an outstanding movement, which took place upon integration of two religious and nationalist movements against foreign colonialism and domestic despotism.

Imam Khomeini promoted spirituality, democratic values

Imam Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Republic promoted divine and democratic values by facilitating participation of the mass public

Imam wanted historic referendum to be held soon

A memoirs by Dr. Fatima Tabatabae’I, Imam’s daughter-in-law

Imam Khomeini sought massive turnout, participation of public in elections

Imam Khomeini through his historic speeches and messages had urged the public to make sure the vast turnout during elections.

Imam Emphasized on Following the Holy Prophet's Teachings.

The founder of the Islamic Republic invited the Islamic community and all nations of the world to follow conduct of the holy prophet of Islam and his infallible successor. 

Reaction of Pahlavi regime to news of Imam Khomeini's return

With the arrival of February 1979, the news of the imam's return to the country became stronger. This news caused many actions, from closing the airport to threatening to blow the plane up and military coup to delay his trip.

On the occasion of the anniversary of Imam Khomeini's return to the homeland

Shah fled Iran